Publisher's Synopsis
The Romantic Composers by Daniel Gregory Mason is a comprehensive book that delves into the lives and works of some of the most prominent composers of the Romantic era. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the historical and cultural background of the Romantic era and the second part exploring the lives and works of individual composers.The book begins with an overview of the Romantic movement and its impact on music, literature, and art. It then delves into the lives and works of composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Liszt, Wagner, and Brahms, among others. Each composer is given a detailed analysis of their life, their musical style, and their most significant works.Throughout the book, Mason provides insightful commentary on the music of the Romantic era, including its themes, motifs, and techniques. He also explores the influence of Romanticism on music in the 20th century and beyond.Overall, The Romantic Composers is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of classical music, the Romantic era, or the lives and works of some of the most influential composers of all time.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.
