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This is the paperback edition of the hardback version originally published by Gollancz in 1988. It also has the author's lengthy afterword to update and revise the original version, a revised bibliography and workslist, a list of new editions of Bruch's music, and a new select discography. This book remains the only biography in any language of the composer Max Bruch (1838-1920), whose first violin concerto has been consistently popular with the concert-going and listening public since 1868. The book explores all the composer's 100 published works, operas, oratorios, orchestral, instrumental and chamber music. It traces the long life and explores the complex character of a man who, until now, has been a little more than a well known name to music lovers. ... Read more

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A thorough look at Max Bruch
Well and engagingly written, this book gives a lively look into the life of a composer who is now known for only a handful of the nearly 100 works he wrote and who deserves a better fate than that.

The Essence of Bruch
I am the pre-concert speaker for all the symphonic programs of the Boise Philharmonic Association and a guest speaker for the Seattle Symphony. My challange is to bring to life the composers and to create a meaningful context for their works so that the audience can get the most out of each performance. This book contains everything one needs to know about this arresting romantic composer who wrote two of the most beautiful pieces aver written: his Violin Concerto in g minor and his Scottish Fantasy. Bruch's secret? The inspiration of folksong and folk music. The grace, simplicity, the authenticity, and the unalloyed power of the voice of humanity taught him how to write orchestral music that will endure forever. It is all in this excellent book, a perfect companion to his musical masterpieces. ... Read more

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The Eulenburg Audio+Score Series covers more than 200 years of the world's favorite classical music. Each of the 50 volumes consists of a clearly-presented and authoritative musical score, an informative preface detailing the biographical and creative background, and a Naxos CD containing the work in full length. Eulenburg Audio+Score is the new way to hear, read, and understand music for everyone from the casual music lover to the expert enthusiast. Each volume includes a study score of the music with an informative article and a CD with a complete recording of the featured piece. ... Read more

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Beware, the size of the book is tiny 7.5" x 5.25"
This book is full orchestra score in half size 7.5"x5.25". I am returning it due to the legibility of the print. ... Read more

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A Classic for all violinists!
This score needs to be in every violinist's library. It's the epitome of Romanticism and all the movements are fantastic! ... Read more

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Violin with piano reduction. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Sensible Sound, published by Sensible Sound on December 1, 1999. The length of the article is 2120 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Mendelssohn & Bruch: Violin Concertos. Robert McDuffie, violin; Joseph Swensen, Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Telarc CD-80507.(Review) (sound recording review)
Author: John Puccio
Publication: Sensible Sound (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 1999
Publisher: Sensible Sound
Page: 80

Article Type: Sound Recording Review

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Perform timeless Violin works with Plovdiv Philharmonic Orchestra! Perfect for practice, rehearsal, auditions, contest solos, performances, and more!For the many of you out there who only know Bruch's first violin concerto, we've got news for you—there are two more, both of them wonderful slices of German Romanticism. The second, while for many years overshadowed by Bruch's first concerto, has begun to gain recognition—you will understand why when you listen to and play its sublime melodies. Includes a mini-master-class and a newly edited edition from virtuoso soloist Mario Hossen. We can't recommend this one enough! This deluxe 2CD edition includes a special slow-tempo practice version of the accompaniment to help you get up to speed while you practice the piece.

Includes a newly-engraved edition of the concerto on high-quality ivory paper, edited complete with performance notes by Mr. Hossen; and a digital stereo compact disc featuring a complete performance of the concerto with orchestra and soloist, followed by a second performance minus you, the soloist; and a second compact disc containing a full-speed version of the complete concerto followed by a special -20% reduced-tempo version of the accompaniment for practice purposes. The concerto is voluminously indexed for your practice and performance convenience.

MMO CD 3172
Performed by Mario Hossen, violin
Accompaniment: Plovdiv Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor: Nayden Todorov
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Bruch, MaxViolin Concerto No. 2 in D minor, op. 44 ... Read more

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Learn to play this wonderful piece with the Stuttgart Symphony Orchestra. Listen to the soloist-then play the selections yourself. Perfect for performance, practice, auditions and for everyday listening pleasure!Max Bruch's sumptuous Romantic masterpiece has remained an audience favorite since it was published in 1868. Its dedicatee, the great violinist Joseph Joachim, had considerable input and, as in the Brahms concerto, his contributions add to its unstoppable lustre. In typical three-movement form, it is a spectacularly lush concerto of the highest order and its intoxicating spell usually takes a firm grip on even the most jaded cynics. Guaranteed to please both player and audience!Contains a printed score and a compact disc featuring the concerto in split-channel stereo with the violinist on the right channel; then again in a stereo accompaniment version minus the solo violin part.Musicians:Performed by Geoffrey Applegate, violinAccompaniment: Stuttgart Symphony OrchestraConductor: Emil Kahn Song Listing:Bruch, MaxViolin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, op. 26 ... Read more