Description
Told in a series of interviews with Sir David Willcocks and rounded out with reflections from a roll-call of eminent composers, musicians, and friends, this book presents a portrait of a highly gifted musician whose leadership, decency, and humanity have inspired countless singers to follow his example and live a life rich in music. Includes CD with many of Sir David's famous recordings.
'Essential reading for anyone remotely interested in choral music.' Classical Music
Reviews
Sir David comes across as a hugely engaging character, and his own and other people's recollections in this book provide a lively snapshot of what already seems like another age. * Clare Stevens, Music Teacher, December 08 *
Le style vivant et la langage simple permetten une lecture facile, meme pour ceux qui n'ont qu'une petite pratique de la langue anglaise . . . L'humour do son recit et de ceux de ses parents et amis rend passionnante la lecture de ce temoignange. * Caecilia, January 2009 *
Book Information
ISBN 9780193360631
Author William Owen
Page Count 304
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 682g
Dimensions(mm) 242mm * 164mm * 23mm
'Essential reading for anyone remotely interested in choral music.' Classical Music
Reviews
Sir David comes across as a hugely engaging character, and his own and other people's recollections in this book provide a lively snapshot of what already seems like another age. * Clare Stevens, Music Teacher, December 08 *
Le style vivant et la langage simple permetten une lecture facile, meme pour ceux qui n'ont qu'une petite pratique de la langue anglaise . . . L'humour do son recit et de ceux de ses parents et amis rend passionnante la lecture de ce temoignange. * Caecilia, January 2009 *
Book Information
ISBN 9780193360631
Author William Owen
Page Count 304
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 682g
Dimensions(mm) 242mm * 164mm * 23mm
