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9780486216317
Volume 1 of 2-volume set. This stimulating narrative traces Bach's life; discusses contemporary artistic and philosophical movements; assesses the work of his predecessors Schutz, Scheidt, Buxtehude, etc., analyzes Bach's own work; and passes on brilliant recommendations for performance - tempo, phrasing, accentuation, dynamics, etc. Translated by Ernest Newman.Schweitzer, Albert is the author of 'J. S. Bach' with ISBN 9780486216317 and ISBN 0486216314.
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