Cassals on the Art of Performance

Author: [USA] Bloom Marszuer Wang Jiabao
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Publish Date: 2004-02-16
Features: Casals – a name that echoes across the world of music. He was not only a cellist and conductor, but a true musician. His wholehearted love for musical art and his devoted pursuit led him to a sublime realm. The author, David Bloom, who spent many years with Casals, observed and recorded his rehearsals, performances, and teachings for over two decades. These observations have been compiled into this book, vividly portraying the performing art of the great cellist Casals and recreating his attitude towards art – solemn, simple, passionate, loyal, and meticulous. Every reader who loves musical art can gain invaluable insights from this book. At the same time, they can also learn how to understand and express the essence of musical works.