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Click on this work and book for more details below: Back to Contents Sonatine pour violon et piano, A minor, 1874 1. Adagio, A minor. 2. Allegro, A minor. 3. Allegro, A minor. 13 mins An equal duet, with a flowing melodic first movement, scherzo-like second, and a playful finale. Back to Contents The Price of Genius, A Life of Pauline Viardot by April Fitzlyon Great singer though Pauline Viardot was, she was other things as well - a highly intelligent woman, the centre of a distinguished circle, a disseminator of ideas, and the inspiration and friend of many great men and women, including George Sand, Chopin, Liszt, Gounod, Berlioz, and above all Turgenev. The book also documents the role she played in 19th century musical life, and her importance as a bridge between the artistic cultures of western Europe and of Russia. While not particularly addressing her music, the book gives a fascinating account of her life. Published by John Calder Ltd, 17 Sackville St, London W1. 1964 Back to top or Back to Navigation page |