Famous Violinists of To-day and Yesterday by Henry Charles Lahee

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Author Lahee, Henry Charles, 1856-1953
Title Famous Violinists of To-day and Yesterday
Contents Introductory -- 1650 to 1750 -- 1750 to 1800 -- Paganini -- 1800 to 1830 -- Ole Bull -- 1830 to 1850 -- Joachim -- Violinists of to-day -- Women as violinists -- Famous quartets -- Chronological table of famous violinists.
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Chuck Greif, Leonard Johnson and the
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Summary "Famous Violinists of To-day and Yesterday" by Henry Charles Lahee is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides an overview of notable violinists from different eras, tracing their contributions to music and the development of violin playing. Lahee organizes the narrative chronologically, focusing on the many celebrated performers rather than delving deeply into the lives of only a few. At the start of this account, Lahee establishes the profound emotional impact of the violin and discusses its historical evolution, emphasizing the craft of violin making that blossomed in Italy during the 15th to 18th centuries. He notes the transition from the early development of the violin to its rise as a solo instrument, highlighting key figures such as Andrea Amati and Antonio Stradivari. The opening also references influential violinists like Baltazarini and John Banister, detailing their struggles for recognition and the societal perceptions of violinists during their time. Overall, the beginning serves to set the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the art and history of violin performance through various significant artists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Violinists
Subject Paganini, Nicolò, 1782-1840
Subject Bull, Ole, 1810-1880
Subject Joachim, Joseph, 1831-1907
Category Text
EBook-No. 14884
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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