Musical Memories (1919) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164095736)

Musical Memories is a book written by the renowned French composer, Camille Saint-Saens, and was first published in 1919. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes, reflections, and recollections on the composer's life and experiences in the world of music. In Musical Memories, Saint-Saens shares his thoughts on a range of topics, including his early musical education, his travels, his relationships with other musicians, and his experiences composing and performing music. The book also includes discussions on various musical genres, such as opera, ballet, and chamber music, as well as reflections on the role of music in society.Overall, Musical Memories provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the most celebrated composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of classical music, as well as for those looking to gain insight into the creative process of a master composer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Camille Saint-Saens
ISBN-10: 1164095730
ISBN-13: 9781164095736
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d