The Life of Johannes Brahms (Vol 1 of 2)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

May, Florence

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Life of Johannes Brahms (Vol 1 of 2)" by Florence May is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and times of the renowned composer Johannes Brahms, exploring his family background, formative years, and rise to prominence within the music scene. At the start of the narrative, the author provides initial personal recollections from her experiences with Brahms, beginning with her introduction to him during her studies with Clara Schumann. The opening captures her first impressions of Brahms, painting a vivid picture of the man known for his deep intellect and modesty. It sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Brahms' life, highlighting his relationships with other musicians, his artistic influences, and the early stages of his career, including his struggles and early compositions. The opening portion promises a rich and intimate portrayal of Brahms, making it an appealing read for those interested in classical music and the life stories of its legends. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Linda Cantoni, Veronika Redfern, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-09-27