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Great Pianists
Surveys the careers and personalities of the great pianists from Clementi and Mozart to the present day.
Famous Pianists and Their Technique
This work includes summaries and excerpts from the works of C.P.E. Bach, Bartok, Beethoven, Brahms, Hummel and Debussy.
What Every Pianist Needs to Know about the Body
Describes and demonstrates the places of balance, standing and sitting in balance, structure, movement of the hands and arms, and other topics.
Piano Notes
Charles Rosen is one of the world's most talented pianists -- and one of music's most astute commentators. Known as a performer of Bach, Beethoven, Stravinsky, and Elliott Carter, he has also written highly acclaimed criticism for sophisticated students and professionals. In Piano Notes, he writes for a broader audience about an old friend -- the piano itself. Drawing upon a lifetime of wisdom and the accumulated lore of many great performers of the past, Rosen shows why the instrument demands such a stark combination of mental and physical prowess. Readers will gather many little-known insights -- from how pianists vary their posture, to how splicings and microphone placements can ruin reco...
Great Contemporary Pianists Speak for Themselves
Revealing interviews with Arrau, Brendel, de Larrocha, Gilels, Horowitz, Tureck, Watts, 18 other artists. Intimate look at the concert scene and the life of a concert pianist. Introduction by Sir George Solti. Includes 51 photographs.
Great Pianists on Piano Playing
In "Great Pianists on Piano Playing," James Francis Cooke offers an insightful compilation of interviews, essays, and reflections from the world's foremost pianists, providing a multifaceted exploration of piano technique and artistry. This meticulously curated volume spans a variety of musical eras and styles, showcasing the distinctive philosophies and practices of each pianist. Cooke's literary style is both accessible and erudite, blending rigorous scholarship with conversational elements that engage both aspiring musicians and seasoned professionals. The book not only serves as a practical guide but also situates itself within the broader context of musicology and performance studies, r...
