Sergei Prokofiev (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781789149517)

A critical biography of the twentieth-century Russian composer and pianist.

This wide-ranging and incisive biography unfolds the life and work of the much-loved twentieth-century composer Sergei Prokofiev. In it, Christina Guillaumier reveals Prokofiev's surprisingly optimistic spirit amidst a tumultuous backdrop of geopolitical chaos and ever-shifting musical landscapes. Guillaumier breathes life into the people and worlds that shaped Prokofiev's complicated life, capturing the unwavering passion of a musical genius whose love for his craft transcended all barriers. This new critical account is a vivid portrait of the artist's indomitable drive.

Author: Christina Guillaumier
ISBN-10: 1789149517
ISBN-13: 9781789149517
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2024
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback