Excerpt from Grétry: Sa Vie Et Ses Œuvres
Gnémr, Mémoires ou Essais sur la musique, 5 vol. In Paris, impri merie de la République, au V.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a critical biography of the French opera composer Andrà Ernest Modeste Grà try. Born in 1741, his childhood love of music was nurtured by his family and community, which gave him the foundation for his later successes. In the book, the author chronicles Grà try's experiences as he left his home in Lià ge, Belgium, at age 18 to pursue his musical education in Rome. His early compositions were influenced by Italian masters such as Pergolesi and Galuppi, and he immersed himself in the vibrant musical life of the city, attending operas, concerts, and meeting other musicians. He studied composition with renowned teachers like Casali and Piccinni, which, along with his own natural talent, contributed to his rapid artistic development. The book explores the evolution of Grà try's musical style as he developed a distinct voice within the opera comique genre, which combined elements of Italian and French music with a focus on melody and character portrayal. Through insightful analysis, the author highlights the innovations and contributions of Grà try's works, which were instrumental in shaping the future of French opera. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243317141_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780243317141
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