Franz Schubert and His World
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Franz Schubert and His World
By (Author) Christopher H. Gibbs
Edited by Morten Solvik
Princeton University Press
Princeton University Press
28th October 2014
United States
Classifications
Tertiary Education
Non Fiction
Composers and songwriters
780.92
Physical Properties
Paperback
384
Width 152mm, Height 235mm
539g
Description
During his short lifetime, Franz Schubert (1797-1828) contributed to a wide variety of musical genres, from intimate songs and dances to ambitious chamber pieces, symphonies, and operas. The essays and translated documents in Franz Schubert and His World examine his compositions and ties to the Viennese cultural context, revealing surprising and ov
Reviews
"The historical background provided by these essays often sheds light on the music. A thorough index makes this a valuable reference work as well as a good read."--Stephen Matthews, The Schubertian
Author Bio
Christopher H. Gibbs is the James H. Ottaway Jr. Professor of Music at Bard College and coartistic director of the Bard Music Festival. He is the author of The Life of Schubert. Morten Solvik is Center Director of IES Abroad Vienna, where he also teaches music history. His work includes articles on Schubert, Bruckner, and Mahler.
