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Jean Sibelius

Jean Sibelius

by Guy Rickards
Paperback
Publication Date: 28/08/1997

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The Finn Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) is one of the most prominent and popular composers to have emerged from Northern Europe. Although he is known primarily as a symphonist, his Violin Concerto and some smaller works such as the symphonic poem Finlandia have also become staples of the orchestral repertoire. In his homeland he attained monumental status, becoming his country's primary cultural export. For so public a figure, however, Sibelius remains an enigma. Plagued by self-doubt and frequently seeking refuge in alcohol, he became increasingly selective about details of his life, not least his creative output in the last three decades, during which he released very few new works. This compelling biography aims to penetrate the aura of mystery surrounding the composer's life and career, and includes new material not previously available.
ISBN:
9780714835815
9780714835815
Category:
Biography: arts & entertainment
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
28-08-1997
Language:
English
Publisher:
Phaidon Press Ltd
Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Pages:
240
Dimensions (mm):
220x156x20mm
Weight:
0.68kg
Guy Rickards

Guy Rickards is a freelance writer on music.

He contributes regularly to numerous publications including Gramophone, Contemporary Music Review, BBC Music Magazine and the Guardian.

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