Publisher's Synopsis
Georges Bizet: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography of the famous French composer Georges Bizet. Written by renowned music historian D.C. Parker, this book provides a detailed account of Bizet's life, from his childhood in Paris to his untimely death at the age of 36. The book covers Bizet's musical education, his early compositions, and his rise to fame with the opera Carmen, which is widely considered his masterpiece. In addition to his major works, the book also explores some of Bizet's lesser-known compositions, including his piano music, songs, and incidental music. Throughout the book, Parker provides insight into Bizet's creative process and the influences that shaped his music. The book also includes a detailed analysis of Bizet's musical style and his contributions to the development of French opera. With its engaging prose and in-depth research, Georges Bizet: His Life and Works is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and music of this iconic composer.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.