A fascinating survey of ChopinтАЩs views on music, from composition theory to his philosophy of teaching, including explanatory notes from the author.
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The Legacy of Chopin┬аis a comprehensive study of the great composerтАЩs views on musicтАФincluding pianism, composition, pedagogy, music criticism, and more. Drawing on extensive research from a wide range of sources, Jan Holcman provides essential historical and musicological context for ChopinтАЩs references and concepts, making his more esoteric ideas accessible to the general reader. An author and musicologist, Holcman shares his deep knowledge of ChopinтАЩs life and oeuvre in this enlightening exploration of his theories, practices, and philosophies.