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The Brahms not found in most biographies !,
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This review is from: The Unknown Brahms: His Life, Character and Works (Hardcover)
Read the book in the college library 45 years ago. In the book, Shauffler details a Johannes Brahms not found in most biographies. There are incidents in his early life dealing with his attitude toward women ( and, of course, much later in his relationship with Robert and more especially, Clara Schumann.) There is also a number of stories related to his tour with the violinist Joachim. Details of his meeting with Johann Strauss Jr., his reactions to his own symphonies, his attitude toward his students, reasons why he never married, his early career as a pianist in "sporting houses", his relationship with prostitutes, why he could never marry. There are many technical details about his music that are perfectly understandable to musicians as well as most laymen. A book for the ages if you are interested in the life of Brahms.
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The Unknown Brahms,
By "b_s_l" (Duke University) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Unknown Brahms: His Life, Character and Works (Hardcover)
If you've ever wanted to know more about the great master, check out this book which was recommended even by the great Menuhin. From start to finish, Schauffler crams the book with tidbits about Brahms ranging from the hilarious to deeply moving.
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The unknown Brahms: His life, character and works by Robert Haven Schauffler (Hardcover - 1940)
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