Arturo Toscanini

Description: Title: Arturo Toscanini Author: Nicotra, Tobia Publisher: Kessinger Publishing Binding: Hardcover Pages: 244 Dimensions: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d Product Weight: 1.16 lbs. Language: English ISBN: 9781163219560 Arturo Toscanini by Nicotra, Tobia is a biography of one of the most renowned conductors of the 20th century. The book delves into the life and career of Arturo Toscanini, from his early years in Parma, Italy, to his rise to fame as a conductor in Europe and the United States. The author explores Toscanini's musical training, his work with the most famous orchestras of his time, and his collaborations with some of the most celebrated composers of the era, including Verdi, Puccini, and Wagner. The book also covers Toscanini's political views and his involvement in the anti-fascist movement in Italy during World War II. Nicotra draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and interviews with Toscanini's family and colleagues, to provide a comprehensive portrait of the conductor's life and legacy. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in classical music, conducting, and the cultural history of the 20th century.1929. Translated from the Italian by Irma Brandeis and H. D. Kahn. The biography of Toscanini, the most famous conductor of his time and considered by many to be the greatest conductor of the twentieth century. Contents: Foreshadowings; The Conductor Ordained; The Memory Phenomenon; The Dionysiac; Early Concerts and Opera; More Concerts and Talks on Music; Toscanini at the Scala; New York, 1908, to New York, 1920; The New Scala; Opera; Further Operatic Activity; and More Symphony Concert.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Authorized Dealer Stock Photo- Actual Cover May Vary Ships Fast From The USA!

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