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Book SynopsisVlado Perlemuter had the privilege, as a young man in 1927, of studying all of Ravel's solo piano music with the reclusive composer himself. The origins of this book lie in a series of programmes broadcast in 1950 by Radio Francaise in which Perlemuter played all Ravel's compositions for solo piano and discussed them with Helene Joudan-Morange - a distinguished violinist who had been one of Ravel's closest friends. This is a transcript of their conversations supplemented with numerous musical examples. This edition also deals with the two piano concertos. The value of Ravel According to Ravel is obvious, but the comprehensive background notes which are woven into the conversational fabric give it a much wider appeal. Performers and listeners alike will find it a fascinating guide to the magical sound-world of Ravel's piano music.
Trade Review'...fascinating companion to Ravel's piano music...yields fresh insights on each rereading' Roy Howat, The Musical Times; '...this book is a rare treasure...it is a must for any pianist and musicologist.' R Pitts, Choice; '...essential reading for all pianists...' Lionel Salter, Gramophone
Table of ContentsForeword by Vlado Perlemuter, Preface by Harold Taylor, Editorial Notes, 1.1 Menuet Antique, 1.2. Pavane pour une Infante Defunte, 1.3. Jeux d'eau, 2. Sonatine, 3. Miroirs, 4.1 Gaspard de la Nuit, 4.2 Menuet sur le nom d'Haydn, 5. Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, 6.1 Ma Mere l'Oye, 6.2 A la maniere de..., 7. Le Tombeau de Couperin, 8. Piano Concertos
