Verdi: Man and Musician by Frederick James Crowest

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Author Crowest, Frederick James, 1850-1927
LoC No. 03017444
Title Verdi: Man and Musician
His Biography with Especial Reference to His English Experiences
Note Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Verdi: Man and Musician" by Frederick James Crowest is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the life and career of the illustrious Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi, with a particular focus on his experiences in England and his significant impact on the world of music. It portrays Verdi not just as a prolific composer, but also as a person shaped by his early life and the circumstances surrounding his works. The opening of the book introduces readers to Verdi's origins, detailing his birth in Roncole, Italy, and the humble beginnings of his family, who ran an inn. Crowest provides insight into Verdi's childhood, highlighting crucial moments that sparked his interest in music, such as his enchantment with street organ players and the music at church. It emphasizes that Verdi was not a prodigy but rather a quietly thoughtful child who developed his musical talents through a natural, passionate dedication rather than through forced instruction. This early foundation in a music-poor environment raises questions about how someone from such modest beginnings could eventually transform into one of the greatest composers in opera history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Composers -- Italy -- Biography
Subject Verdi, Giuseppe, 1813-1901
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EBook-No. 46316
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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