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Music Comes Out of Silence: A Memoir

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Music Comes Out of Silence: A Memoir

SKU: 9781474615273 Category: Product ID: 10133

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Title: Music Comes Out of Silence: A Memoir
Author: SCHIFF ANDRAS
Format: HARDCOVER
Publication date: 02/04/2020
Imprint: WEIDENFELD & NICOLSON
Price: $50.00
Publishing status: Active

Andras Schiff is one of the most important pianists of our time. This stimulating memoir will appeal to a broad readership because of the fluent and accessible way he speaks about music, and of course through his inimitable art of making music out of silence. Far from being well-known just for his brilliant musicianship, Sir Andras has also received international attention by taking a public stand against nationalistic and racist attitudes, and by refusing to perform in Haider’s Austria, or Orban’s Hungary.



In the first part of his book, Schiff discusses with the esteemed author and columnist Martin Meyer his artistic principles, playing techniques, musical interpretations and his professional experiences as a performer and conductor. In the second part, Schiff tells the story of his family and his life, from memories of the Holocaust to his political engagement in the present. He discusses music and politics, including his thoughts on Communism and global capitalism; and his enlightening experiences in Budapest, London and Florence. He also offers his insights into great composers such as Bach and Mozart, and his interpretations of key works for piano.



MUSIC COMES OUT OF SILENCE will delight Andras Schiff’s multitude of admirers, whilst attracting many readers who are as yet unfamiliar with his genius.

ISBN: 9781474615273
Weight: 300gr
Dimension: 222mm X 138mm
Pages: 352

Additional information

Weight 300 g
Dimensions 222 × 138 mm