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Thirty Year's Musical Recollections

by Henry F. Chorley
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781026036822
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 446
  • Original Price: GBP 29.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 799 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): History & Criticism

"Thirty Year's Musical Recollections" is a comprehensive and authoritative chronicle of the 19th-century musical landscape, authored by the preeminent critic Henry F. Chorley. This work provides an intimate and detailed account of the evolution of opera and concert music during a transformative era in European culture. Covering several decades of active observation, Chorley offers vivid descriptions of legendary performances and provides sharp, insightful critiques of the composers and vocalists who defined the mid-Victorian period.

The narrative explores the development of operatic styles, the reception of works by masters such as Meyerbeer, Mendelssohn, and Rossini, and the technical prowess of iconic singers like Giulia Grisi and Jenny Lind. More than just a memoir, it serves as a critical survey of the London musical scene, capturing the shifts in public taste and the growth of music journalism. Chorley's deep-seated passion for the art form and his uncompromising standards make this an invaluable resource for historians and music enthusiasts alike. Through his recollections, readers gain a firsthand perspective on the cultural forces that shaped the Western musical tradition, making it a cornerstone of 19th-century musical literature.

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