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In this eloquent, intimate exploration of the delights and demands of the piano, world-renowned concert pianist and music writer Charles Rosen draws on a lifetime''s wisdom to consider every aspect of the instrument: from what makes a beautiful sound to suffering from stage fright, from the physical challenges of playing to tales of great musicians, including Vladimir Horowitz''s recording tricks, Rachmaninov''s hands and why Artur Rubenstein applied hairspray to the keys. Gracefully blending anecdote, history, expertise and memoir, Piano Notes will enchant anyone with a passion for music.

Piano Notes The Hidden World of the Pianist

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    A Paperback / softback by Charles Rosen

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      Publisher Penguin Random House Group
      Imprint Penguin Books Ltd
      Published 27 May 2004
      ISBN-13 9780140298635
      978-0140298635
      ISBN-10 0140298630
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      Entertainment Keyboard instruments Piano

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      Book Synopsis
      In this eloquent, intimate exploration of the delights and demands of the piano, world-renowned concert pianist and music writer Charles Rosen draws on a lifetime''s wisdom to consider every aspect of the instrument: from what makes a beautiful sound to suffering from stage fright, from the physical challenges of playing to tales of great musicians, including Vladimir Horowitz''s recording tricks, Rachmaninov''s hands and why Artur Rubenstein applied hairspray to the keys. Gracefully blending anecdote, history, expertise and memoir, Piano Notes will enchant anyone with a passion for music.

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