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Wondrous Strange: The Life And Art Of Glenn Gould
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When Mikhail Baryshnikov Defected In Toronto In 1974, He Admitted That He Knew Only Three Things About Canada: It Had Great Hockey Teams, A Lot Of Wheatfields, And Glenn Gould.In Wondrous Strange, Kevin Bazzana Vividly Recaptures The Life Of Glenn Gould, One Of The Most Celebrated Pianists Of Our Time. Drawing On Twenty Years Of Intensive Research, Including Unrestricted Access To Gould'S Private Papers And Interviews With Scores Of Friends And Colleagues, Many Of Them Never Interviewed Before, Bazzana Sheds New Light On Such Topics As Gould'S Family History, His Secretive Sexual Life, And The Mysterious Problems That Afflicted His Hands In His Later Years. The Author Places Gould'S Distinctive Traitshis Eccentric Interpretations, His Garish Onstage Demeanor, His Resistance To Conventionagainst The Backdrop Of His Religious, Upper Middleclass Canadian Childhood, Illuminating The Influence Of Gould'S Mother As Well As The Lasting Impact Of The Only Piano Teacher Gould Ever Had. Bazzana Offers A Fresh Appreciation Of Gould'S Concert Careerhis Highprofile But Illnessplagued International Tours, His Adventurous Work For Canadian Music Festivals, His Musical And Legal Problems With Steinway & Sons. In 1964, Gould Made The Extraordinary Decision To Perform Only For Records, Radio, Television, And Film, A Turning Point That The Author Examines With Unprecedented Thoroughness (Discussing, For Example, His Farseeing Interest In New Recording Technology). Here, Too, Are Gould'S Interests Away From The Piano, From His Ambitious But Failed Effort To Be A Composer To His Innovative Brand Of Contrapuntal Radio.Richly Illustrated With Rare Photographs, Wondrous Strange Is A Superbly Written Account Of One Of The Most Memorable And Accomplished Musicians Of Our Times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Wondrous Strange: The Life and Art of Glenn Gould'? A: 'Wondrous Strange' explores the life and artistic career of Glenn Gould, a renowned pianist, examining his personal history, musical achievements, and unique interpretations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Kevin Bazzana, who conducted extensive research and interviews to provide a comprehensive view of Gould's life.
- Q: What kind of research did the author conduct for this book? A: Kevin Bazzana conducted twenty years of research, utilizing Gould's private papers and interviewing friends and colleagues to gather insights into his life and career.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Glenn Gould? A: Yes, 'Wondrous Strange' is accessible for readers new to Glenn Gould, offering detailed explanations of his life and contributions to music.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Wondrous Strange' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 560 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of Glenn Gould's life and artistry.
- Q: When was 'Wondrous Strange' published? A: 'Wondrous Strange' was published on May 12, 2005.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, 'Wondrous Strange' is richly illustrated with rare photographs that enhance the narrative of Glenn Gould's life.
- Q: What themes are explored in this biography? A: The biography discusses themes such as Gould's family background, his musical career, eccentric interpretations, and his innovative approaches to performance.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'Wondrous Strange' is suitable for academic study, particularly in music history and criticism, due to its thorough research and insights.