From Library Journal
The authors, a father and daughter team, have produced a readable and well-researched account of the life, work, and cultural importance of Norwegian violinist, composer, and patriot Bull (1810-80). A virtuoso musician in the Italian style who was rejected by many critics enamored of the Germanic tradition, Bull concertized extensively from Norway to Paris, Moscow, New York, San Francisco, and Cairo during a 50-year career. Haugen documents not only the performance tours but also Bull's efforts to establish a Norwegian national theater. Bull's relationships with such luminaries as Robert Schumann, Franz Liszt, Hans Christian Andersen, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow are detailed in such a way as to illuminate both the myth and the reality of this virtually forgotten, but fascinating, character. Cai succinctly analyzes Bull's performance style and his relatively few extant compositions. Highly recommended for all libraries.
- James Perone, Canisius Coll. , Buffalo, New York
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- James Perone, Canisius Coll. , Buffalo, New York
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Norwegian
Original Language: Norwegian
