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M. I. Glinka for the Young Musicians
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Julia Khamzina's interesting background information on M.I. Glinka gives you an understanding of who he is, what he has done, and why he is an important figure for Russian music and the world.
From birth to his unfortunate passing in 1857, this book covers key points in M.I. Glinka's life and the turning points that made him the influential Russian composer he should be recognised as and why he has been called the father of Russian music.
Julia Khamzina shows you why M.I. Glinka should be up there with other famous Russian composers, such as Rachmaninov and Tchaikovsky. Demonstrating the range of his ability to compose in different styles and covering the operas he is well known for.
The examples of his compositions and other related music in this book allow readers to play and experience his music, bringing to life his work and encouraging you to build your knowledge and appreciation.
ISBN : 978-1-80074-720-3
Published: 30/05/2024
Pages : 83
Size : 297x210
Imprint : Olympia Publishers
Julia Khamzina
Julia was born in Russia and educated at the Kazan State Pedagogical University (Music Department) where she studied piano, theory and history of music, singing and conducting. In 2002, Julia went
on to complete a PhD in music education, while giving lectures
on the history of music. Soon after that, she moved to England. Julia has taught for many years and now has more than twenty years' experience working as a piano and theory of music tutor in England. Her teaching has kept her busy and she has never missed an opportunity to popularise Russian classical music among a wide audience of musicians.
