Frederick Chopin As A Man And Musician Vol. 2

Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician Vol. 2 through Frederick Niecks is a biographical and analytical study. Some stories are brutal and weird while others creep up on you and draw you in slowly. As the title character is so indulgent readers are forced to keep reading to find out what happens next. This work of story offers a comprehensive examination of Frédéric Chopins life personality and creative talent as a Romantic-era composer and pianist. Niecks a musicologist and historian delves into Chopins history providing an intriguing portrait of the man behind the music. He recounts Chopins youth in Poland his musical schooling in Warsaw and his subsequent travels and life in Paris where he rose to fame and reputation as a composer and performer. One of the books strengths is Niecks thorough examination of Chopins compositions. He dissects Chopins musics structure manner and depth of feeling revealing crucial insights into his works technical and imaginative components. Niecks also looks at the influence of Polish culture and folk music on Chopins compositions emphasizing his unique and creative qualities. Read more Continue reading Read less