02406cam a22003253u 4500 17463 UtSlPG 20260610133416.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Ferris, George T. (George Titus), 1840- Great Violinists and Pianists Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-01-04 The violin and early violinists -- Viotti -- Ludwig Spohr -- Nicolo Paganini -- De Bériot -- Ole Bull -- Muzio Clementi -- Moscheles -- The Schumanns and Chopin -- Thalberg and Gottschalk -- Franz Liszt. Produced by David Widger "Great Violinists and Pianists" by George T. Ferris is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work offers an insightful look into the lives and legacies of renowned violinists and pianists, exploring their contributions to music and the evolution of their art. By focusing on celebrated figures such as Corelli, Paganini, and Liszt, Ferris aims to highlight their influence on the music world and trace the developments within the field of string and piano performance. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the author's intent, which is to provide brief sketches of notable musical artists rather than an exhaustive overview of all violinists and pianists. Ferris mentions the necessity of selecting those whose careers have reached completion, thereby emphasizing the lasting impact of these musicians on the art of performance. He accounts for the significant advancements made in violin-making and performance during the golden ages of composers and craftsmen, setting the stage for detailed biographical profiles that delve into the lives, triumphs, and struggles of these musical titans, demonstrating how their remarkable journeys correlate with the broader history of music itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Violinists -- Biography Pianists -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17463 58849 58849