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More copies of this ISBNThe Art of the Piano: Its Performers, Literature and Recordingsthird Editionby David Dubal
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:This is the only complete and up-to-date book profiling every major pianist (thousands) and their essential repertoire and recordings. This third edition is completely revised (second edition: 1995 Harvest Books, ISBN# 0-15-600019-9), with hundreds more entries and updated information about existing entries. The book contains a CD for the first time featuring rare performances. "For all those interested in the piano, this book will provide great insight and knowledge. It must be read by everyone who loves the instrument." - Vladimir Horowitz "The Art of the Piano is the best companion a piano aficionado could ask for." - Baltimore Sun
Book News Annotation:This reference for teachers, students, and concert goers presents nearly 1,000 profiles of the world's best known concert pianists. It also contains Dubal's commentary on the masterpieces of the literature, organized alphabetically by composer. Each of these entries concludes with a list of recordings representing the widest diversity of interpretation of the work. New to the third edition is a music CD containing 31 rare piano performances. Concert pianist Dubal teaches piano literature at the Juilliard School.
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