From beloved indie musician Andrew McMahon comes a searingly honest and beautifully written memoir about the challenges and triumphs of his life and career, as seen through the lens of his personal connection to three pianos. Andrew McMahon grew up in sunny Southern California as a child prodigy, learning to play piano and write songs at a very early age, stunning schoolmates and teachers alike with his gift for performing and his unique ability to emotionally connect with audiences. McMahon would go on to become the lead singer and songwriter for Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin, and to release his debut solo album, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, in 2014. But behind this seemingly optimistic and quintessentially American story of big dreams come true lies a backdrop of overwhelming challenges that McMahon has faced—from a childhood defined by his father's struggle with addiction to his very public battle with leukemia in 2005 at the age of twenty-three, as chronicled in the intensely personal documentary Dear Jack. Overcoming those odds, McMahon has found solace and hope in the things that matter most, including family, the healing power of music and the one instrument he's always turned to: his piano. Three Pianos takes readers on a beautifully rendered and bitter-sweet American journey, one filled with inspiration, heartbreak, and an unwavering commitment to shedding our past in order to create a better future.
🎶 Did you know Mozart composed his greatest opera right here in Prague, and also premiered it in the city? 🎹 Wanna find out where Mozart lived, jammed, and partied when he was in Prague? 🎬 Curious about the magical spots in Prague that caught the eye of Miloš Forman for his blockbuster film, Amadeus? Discover Prague Like Never Before! Dive deep into the enchanting world of Prague with our exclusive audio-visual guide. Why settle for ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary? Let the very streets where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart once strolled come alive, serenading you with his iconic melodies. 🎵 15 Handpicked Locations! Each site, rich in history and charm, is paired with a musical piece that encapsulates its essence. From quiet alleys to grand halls, let Mozart's genius guide your steps. 🎧 Premium GOLD Edition! Enjoy the luxury of an audio narration. Simply plug in, play, and let the city's tales unfold before your very eyes. 📱 User-Friendly Interface! With photographs and intuitive maps tailored for mobile viewing, navigating Prague becomes a breeze. 💙 Spot our signature Blue Stars on the map for insider tips on hidden gems or culinary delights awaiting your discovery. 🎬 Exclusive Cinematic Experience! Trace the iconic locations featured in Miloš Forman's Oscar-winning masterpiece, Amadeus, offering a cinematic layer to your tour. 🌟 Meet The Icons! True to Mateo Guides tradition, we acquaint you with the notable figures that grace our stories, enriching your experience. Change the Way You See Prague. Let Mozart's timeless symphonies be the soundtrack to your exploration. Immerse yourself, experience the magic, and fall in love with Prague all over again. 🎼 Grab our guide and let Prague's heartbeats sync with the rhythm of Mozart's masterpieces! 🎼
🎶 Did you know that Mozart wrote his best opera for Prague, where he also finished and premiered it? 🎹 Wanna find out where Mozart lived, jammed, and partied when he was in Prague? 🎬 Curious about the magical spots in Prague that caught the eye of Miloš Forman for his blockbuster film, Amadeus? Discover Prague Like Never Before! Dive deep into the enchanting world of Prague with our exclusive audio-visual guide. Why settle for ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary? Let the very streets where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart once strolled come alive, serenading you with his iconic melodies. 🎵 15 Handpicked Locations! Each site, rich in history and charm, is paired with a musical tips that encapsulates its essence. From quiet alleys to grand halls, let Mozart's genius guide your steps. (In this light edition, the music sample files are not included in the e-book, but external links to run them are included.) 🎧 Premium GOLD Edition! Enjoy the luxury of an audio narration. Simply plug in, play, and let the city's tales unfold before your very eyes. 📱 User-Friendly Interface! With photographs and intuitive maps tailored for mobile viewing, navigating Prague becomes a breeze. 💙 Spot our signature Blue Stars on the map for insider tips on hidden gems or culinary delights awaiting your discovery. 🎬 Exclusive Cinematic Experience! Trace the iconic locations featured in Miloš Forman's Oscar-winning masterpiece, Amadeus, offering a cinematic layer to your tour. 🌟 Meet The Icons! True to Mateo Guides tradition, we acquaint you with the notable figures that grace our stories, enriching your experience. Change the Way You See Prague. Let Mozart's timeless symphonies be the soundtrack to your exploration. Immerse yourself, experience the magic, and fall in love with Prague all over again. 🎼 Grab our guide and let Prague's heartbeats sync with the rhythm of Mozart's masterpieces! 🎼
Nineteenth Century Chamber Music proceeds chronologically by composer, beginning with the majestic works of Beethoven, and continuing through Schubert, Spohr and Weber, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Brahms, the French composers, Smetana and Dvorák, and the end-of-the-century pre-modernists. Each chapter is written by a noted authority in the field. The book serves as a general introduction to Romantic chamber music, and would be ideal for a seminar course on the subject or as an adjunct text for Introduction to Romantic Music courses. Plus, musicologists and students of 19th century music will find this to be an invaluable resource.
Building on ideas first advanced by Arnold Schoenberg and later developed by Erwin Ratz, this book introduces a new theory of form for instrumental music in the classical style. The theory provides a broad set of principles and a comprehensive methodology for the analysis of classical form, from individual ideas, phrases, and themes to the large-scale organization of complete movements. It emphasizes the notion of formal function, that is, the specific role a given formal unit plays in the structural organization of a classical work.