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Focusing on the complexities of Olivier Messiaen's life, this biography reveals the challenges and inner turmoil that shaped his music, contrasting the public perception of him as solely a deeply religious figure inspired by God and Nature. Utilizing recent research and previously overlooked sources, it offers insights into his personal struggles and creative processes, presenting a richer understanding of his contributions to music and the context of his time. This exploration uncovers a more remarkable narrative than the myths that have long surrounded him.
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The Life of Messiaen, Christopher Dingle, Tbd
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- The Life of Messiaen
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Christopher Dingle, Tbd
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 274
- ISBN13
- 9780521632201
- Category
- Music
- Description
- Focusing on the complexities of Olivier Messiaen's life, this biography reveals the challenges and inner turmoil that shaped his music, contrasting the public perception of him as solely a deeply religious figure inspired by God and Nature. Utilizing recent research and previously overlooked sources, it offers insights into his personal struggles and creative processes, presenting a richer understanding of his contributions to music and the context of his time. This exploration uncovers a more remarkable narrative than the myths that have long surrounded him.