FranÃ§ois-Joseph FÃ©tis,Stewart Pollens
Written by an immensely important musicologist, this rare 1860 monograph analyzes Nicolo Paganini's compositions and provides a fascinating history of the violin. Author FranÃ§ois-Joseph FÃ©tis was Paganini's close friend and well acquainted with many other Romantic composers and artists. Students of the history of music, music lovers, violinists, and musicologists will find this volume a rare source of firsthand observations on the legendary violin virtuoso and his circle.,The treatise begins with a survey of the violin's history that profiles famous makers, including the Amati, Stradivari, and Guarneri families. The subsequent essay, "Art and Artists," provides a concise review of performances, focusing on the Italian and French schools. The biography of Paganini follows, providing rare perspectives on the artist's playing, personal habits, and social behavior â€” a colorful portrait of a legendary musician as well as a valuable historical resource.
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Nicolo Paganini: With an Analysis of His Compositions and a Sketch of the History of the Violin