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Virgil Thomson: Music Chronicles 1940-1954 (Loa #258)

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The book offers a captivating exploration of the Golden Age of classical music in America through the insightful reviews of Virgil Thomson, a prominent critic-composer. Over fourteen years at the New York Herald Tribune, Thomson adeptly articulated the nuances of opera and classical music, blending humor with authority. This collection includes his four published volumes and uncollected writings, chronicling a vibrant era featuring iconic conductors and performers, while celebrating both new compositions and classical masterpieces that captivated American audiences.

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Virgil Thomson: Music Chronicles 1940-1954 (Loa #258), Virgil Thomson

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2014
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