This book is a gem. It brings to life, through countless quotes,
anecdotes and actual musical examples, the work of the legendary
pianist. . . Details Busoni's approach to technique, tone color,
interpretation, transcription and composition. . . Kogan and
Belsky's book offers ideas on groupings, technical variants and
redistributions [of notes between the two hands] that are still
useful today. . . The body of the book is a quick read, but don't
overlook the Preface and copious footnotes. . . The implicit
questions about the relationship of society to art are still highly
pertinent. . . Kudos to [Belsky] not only for bringing Kogan's
extraordinary book to our attention, but also for troubling to
place its creation into the proper historical context.
*AMERICAN MUSIC TEACHER*
Offers valuable insight into Busoni's phenomenal technique and
idiosyncratic interpretations. A 'must read' for serious pianists,
piano pedagogues, scholars of performance practice, Busoni
scholars, and anyone interested in the historical development of
interpretive styles, schools, and trends.
*MUSIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NOTES*
Busoni's immense significance in the history of pianism, and the
perceptive, illuminating observations of the late Grigory Kogan,
make this volume a major addition to the existing literature on
this fascinating, enigmatic musical personality. Svetlana Belsky's
annotated translation is admirable.
*Donald Manildi, curator, International Piano Archives*
Illuminating, and brilliantly translated. Kogan's book sheds
invaluable light on the life and career of a unique creative
genius. Busoni's awe-inspiring artistry and personality are here
described in riveting analytical detail. We are indebted to
Svetlana Belsky for making this important work available in
English, to the lasting benefit of students, scholars, and
performers.
*Ann Schein, noted concert pianist and educator*
This book is a gem. It brings to life, through countless quotes,
anecdotes and actual musical examples, the work of the legendary
pianist, Ferruccio Busoni. , October/November 2011
*AMERICAN MUSIC TEACHER, October/November 2011*
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