Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 1 by Frederick Niecks

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Author Niecks, Frederick, 1845-1924
Title Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 1
Credits This Etext was prepared by John Mamoun, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 1" by Frederick Niecks is a biographical account written in the late 19th century, focusing on the life and contributions of composer Frederick Chopin. The book explores both Chopin’s personal character and his musical legacy, set against the backdrop of his Polish heritage and the historical circumstances surrounding his life and works. The opening of the work begins with a detailed preface that outlines Niecks' methodology in biography writing, emphasizing the importance of presenting factual information while allowing readers to form their own conclusions. He reflects on previous biographies of Chopin, highlighting their shortcomings, and sets the stage for a thorough exploration of Chopin's life and the context in which he created his music. The narrative introduces the reader to Chopin's family background and early influences, specifically his father, Nicholas Chopin, and his mother, Justina, establishing a foundation for understanding how Chopin’s upbringing in a well-educated and supportive family fostered his musical genius from a young age. Additionally, Niecks hints at the cultural and political aspects of Poland that shaped Chopin's identity and artistic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Chopin, Frédéric, 1810-1849
Subject Composers -- Biography
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EBook-No. 4681
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Most Recently Updated Jun 13, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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