The Life and Times of Igor Stravinsky
Author | : Jim Whiting |
Publisher | : Mitchell Lane |
Total Pages | : 74 |
Release | : 2019-12-05 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781545748909 |
ISBN-13 | : 154574890X |
Rating | : 4/5 (90X Downloads) |
Download or read book The Life and Times of Igor Stravinsky written by Jim Whiting and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2019-12-05 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stravinsky was a prolific composer for well over half a century, achieving success in a variety of musical styles. An exile from his native Russia for 48 years, he finally returned in 1962 to a great deal of acclaim. Many people consider him one of the greatest composers of the 20th century, with such great compositions as The Rite of Spring, The Firebird, and Petrushka, which remain his most popular pieces.