Piano Notes: The Hidden World of the Pianist

by Charles Rosen (Author)

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  Paperback
  2004

  $3.24

  In this eloquent, intimate exploration of the delights and demands of the piano, world-renowned concert pianist and music writer Charles Rosen draws on a lifetime's wisdom to consider every aspect of the instrument: from what makes a beautiful sound to suffering from stage fright, from the physical challenges of playing to tales of great musicians, including Vladimir Horowitz's recording tricks, Rachmaninov's hands and why Artur Rubenstein applied hairspray to the keys. Gracefully blending anecdote, history, expertise and memoir, Piano Notes will enchant anyone with a passion for music.

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  Hardcover
  2003

  $3.80

  In Piano Notes , Rosen writes for a broad audience about every aspect of the piano. Drawing upon a lifetime of wisdom and the accumulated lore of many great performers of the past, Rosen shows why the instrument demands such a stark combination of mental and physical prowess. Rosen's explanation of the piano's physical pleasures, demands and discontents will delight and instruct anyone who has ever sat at a keyboard, as well as everyone who loves to listen to the instrument.

• New

  Paperback
  2004

  $18.82