Sergei Rachmaninoff: Cross Rhythms of the Soul by Valeria Z. Nollan Paperback Bo

Description: Sergei Rachmaninoff by Valeria Z. Nollan This book presents new information about Rachmaninoff accessed from unique sources previously unavailable in English. From the extraordinary women who inspired him, to his humanitarian work, to his religion, Nollan interweaves Rachmaninoffs personal struggles and triumphs into his concert career. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Valeria Z. Nollans biography of perhaps the finest pianist of the twentieth century plunges readers into Rachmaninoffs complex inner world. Sergei Rachmaninoff: Cross Rhythms of the Soul is the first biography of Rachmaninoff in English that presents him in the fullness of his Russian identity. As someone whose own life in Russian emigration ran in parallel ways to Rachmaninoffs own—and whose meetings with the composers grandson in Switzerland informed her work—Nollan brings important cultural insights into her observations of the activities of this generation of creative artists. She also traces the intricacies of Rachmaninoffs relations with the women closest to him—whose imprints are palpable in his compositions—and introduces a mystery woman whose existence challenges our established narrative of his life. Author Biography Valeria Z. Nollan is professor emerita of Russian studies at Rhodes College. Table of Contents ContentsChapter 1. Rachmaninoffs OriginsChapter 2. Early EducationChapter 3. Birth of a Composer-PianistChapter 4. Birth of a ConductorChapter 5. The MusesChapter 6. Mystery of an Immortal BelovedChapter 7. Marriage to Natalia SatinaChapter 8. Rachmaninoffs AestheticsChapter 9. Rachmaninoffs ReligiosityChapter 10. TransitionsChapter 11. The Legendary Virtuoso PianistChapter 12. Rachmaninoff as HumanitarianChapter 13. Paradise Regained: The Villa SenarChapter 14. The Last Bow: Rachmaninoff and AmericaAfterword: Rachmaninoffs Legacy in the Twenty-First CenturyAppendix I: Twists and Turns of a MysteryAppendix II: List of Works Review "Meticulously researched, eminently readable, and full of intriguing new details, Valeria Nollans thoughtful biography of Rachmaninoff takes us behind the public persona and timeless music with unique understanding and valuable insight. This book is a must read for any serious music lover." -- Vanessa Rogers, Rhodes College"Gracefully written and fully accessible to non-specialists, Valeria Z. Nollans monograph is a meticulously researched reconstruction of the web of personal and professional relationships within which Rachmaninoff lived and worked, from childhood to his final years. While Nollans religious interests do not dominate her book, her recurrent attention to Rachmaninoffs Russian Orthodox identity adds a welcome dimension to her portrait of the composer who authored what may be the worlds best-known piece of modern Orthodox church music, the 1915 All-Night Vigil (Op. 37)." -- Paul Valliere, Butler University"Among the many biographies of Rachmaninoff, this study is distinguished by its insights into how the composers genius was formed by Russian life and culture, especially Russian Orthodoxy. Nollans knowledge of Rachmaninoffs Russian worlds presents a more authentic understanding of him than we have had before. The book combines historical and cultural analysis with musicology and new details about the women in Rachmaninoffs life. It is extensively researched and reads easily, despite its layers of learning. Altogether a major work." -- Randall A. Poole, College of St. Scholastica Details ISBN1666917613 Author Valeria Z. Nollan Pages 398 Publisher Lexington Books Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781666917611 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-05-15 Imprint Lexington Books/Fortress Academic Subtitle Cross Rhythms of the Soul Country of Publication United States DEWEY 780.92 US Release Date 2024-05-15 Illustrations 25 Illustrations AU Release Date 2024-04-25 ISBN-10 1666917613 UK Release Date 2024-05-15 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159975765;

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