This work is part of a series of comprehensive practical guides for the solo piano. A reference book for all levels - amateur, student, teacher and professional - the purpose of the series is to help pianists with their choice of music to suit their own styles and capabilities, and to discuss their technical and interpretive demands. This volume provides a complete survey of Chopin's music for solo piano, including a graded list of his works together with detailed suggestions for study and performance. An extended introduction places Chopin in the context of his time, distancing him from the romantic misconceptions that have dogged his reputation through successive generations.

About the Author
Eleanor Bailie became one of Britain's most influential scholars of music. Introduced to the piano by Ruth D'Arcy Thompson, she secured a place at the Royal Academy of Music which allowed her to spend six months in Paris studying under the great piano teacher and Ravel expert, Marguerite Long. She later taught at the Royal College of Music and at Reading University.

Reviews
'Eleanor Bailie has a disciplined yet refreshingly natural way of dealing with the necessary regard for structure and detail, and ceaseless care for the many technical problems present in Chopin's works, balanced simply and convincingly by the sheer love of music. This is a rare talent indeed...' - Peter Katin; 'The author has a unique way of involving us and of instilling into the pianists compulsion to turn to that particular piece and find out more about it. In summary, this book is a treasure-trove.' - Beryl Chempin, Piano Journal; 'This book exudes the love and practical knowledge of Chopin's work. It will help pianists, teachers and students to enter the unique world of Chopin.' - Jean-Jacques Eigeldinger



Book Information
ISBN 9781871082678
Author Eleanor Bailie
Format Paperback
Page Count 592
Imprint Kahn & Averill
Publisher Kahn & Averill
Weight(grams) 1039g
Dimensions(mm) 240mm * 185mm * 35mm