Saint-Saëns, Camille 1835-1921 creator Rich, Edwin Gile 1879-1939 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Musical Memories" by Camille Saint-Saëns is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book reflects on the author's childhood and formative experiences in music, touching upon the influences of his family and education. It delves into the history of music, art, and the composer’s personal insights, revealing his encounters with prominent figures and institutions in the world of music. The opening of the memoir introduces Saint-Saëns's early life, highlighting the dual influence of his mother and maternal great-aunt, both of whom played crucial roles in shaping his musical upbringing. He recalls his delicate health and the nurturing environment they provided, which encouraged his early fascination with music, even at a very young age. Saint-Saëns shares stories of his piano lessons, his blossoming talent, and formative experiences at the Conservatoire, setting the stage for a life dedicated to music and composition. This section serves not only as a personal reflection but also as a window into the educational and artistic landscape of his youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-08-07 Produced by Ben Beasley and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Originally published: Boston: Small, Maynard & co., 1919 Music -- History and criticism Saint-Saëns, Camille, 1835-1921 Musicians -- Biography ML Boston: Small, Maynard & co., 1919 unk84062684 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16459 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16459 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133402.0 16459