From its origins in the bow and arrow through to the legendary Stradivarius, Yehudi Menuhin weaves the history of the violin with his own incredible career, sharing memories of composers such as Stravinski, Bartók, and Elgar, and of fellow performers Fritz Kreisler, Bruno Walter, Stéphane Grappelli, and Ravi Shankar.
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The very plain title of this luminous coffee-table volume does not begin to prepare the reader for the manifold treasures inside. The magnificent reproductions of works of art and historic photos alone would justify the purchase price, but master violinist Menuhin's prose?fluid, personal, and engaging?is a revelation. For many years a veritable global ambassador for music, Menuhin brings an unusually broad perspective to his subject. His knowledge of the Western tradition is voluminous, but his inclusion of learned commentary on jazz, folk, and non-Western music for the violin is particularly welcome. Menuhin also offers perceptive thoughts on the nature of listening?distilled from his many multicultural engagements?and a Zen-like reflection on emptiness as a prerequisite to communication. Though by no means a scholarly tome?there is no bibliography, index, or footnotes?this work will still be of great value to professional musicians and amateurs alike. Highly recommended.?Larry A. Lipkis, Moravian Coll., Bethlehem, Pa.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
About the Author
A child prodigy, Yehudi Menuhin made his début at the age of seven with the San Francisco Symphony. He went on to perform with the greatest orchestras and conductors, and established a successful partnership with jazz violinist Stéphane Grappelli and later with Ravi Shankar. Beyond his performing career, Lord Menuhin was also celebrated for his humanitarian work. He recorded prolifically and his life has been the subject of many films.
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Beautiful music,
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This review is from: Violin (Hardcover)
I first came across Yehudi Menuhin's words when on a plane. In the in-flight magazine, he was saying the most beautiful things about music, humanity and life.
Here again, his beautiful humanity shines through in his thorough and loving portrayal of the instrument that was his companion through life. He includes the origin and beginnings of stringed instruments, the workings and construction of the violin, aspects of playing, teaching, composing and listening as well as the violin and other stringed instruments around the world. The book includes wonderful photos and illustrations and is a real treasure.
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