Gorecki

Focusing on the life and works of Polish composer Henryk Gorecki, this comprehensive study explores his rise to fame, particularly through his Third Symphony. The author, a dedicated admirer of Gorecki's music, examines a range of compositions, from large orchestral scores to choral pieces and folk arrangements. Drawing from interviews and unpublished materials, the book highlights Gorecki's role in the Polish avant-garde and his embrace of traditional folk and church music. It also features a complete list of his works and a select bibliography.