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Journey of an American Pianist
Grant Johannesen
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Description for Journey of an American Pianist
Hardcover. Num Pages: 202 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 162 x 21. Weight in Grams: 531.
World famous concert pianist Grant Johannesen completed this memoir shortly before his sudden death in 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, Johannesen gives an account of his childhood and education in Utah, his early career and study in Europe and New York, his growing reputation as a pianist, and his worldwide performances. He writes also of his early marriage to Helen Taylor, who died suddenly in an auto accident, his later marriage to the renowned cellist Zara Nelsova, his activity as a teacher and as a judge in piano competitions, and his octogenarian thoughts for the benefit of younger generations ... Read more
World famous concert pianist Grant Johannesen completed this memoir shortly before his sudden death in 2005. Born in Salt Lake City, Johannesen gives an account of his childhood and education in Utah, his early career and study in Europe and New York, his growing reputation as a pianist, and his worldwide performances. He writes also of his early marriage to Helen Taylor, who died suddenly in an auto accident, his later marriage to the renowned cellist Zara Nelsova, his activity as a teacher and as a judge in piano competitions, and his octogenarian thoughts for the benefit of younger generations ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Utah Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
252
Place of Publication
Salt Lake City, United States
ISBN
9780874808780
SKU
V9780874808780
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About Grant Johannesen
Grant Johannesen (1921-2005) was one of America’s most distinguished concert pianists and musical educators.
Reviews for Journey of an American Pianist
"Johannesen writes with authority but without pretentiousness. He lived a long life that is as absorbing to read about as it is satisfying."—Mark DeVoto, emeritus professor of music, Tufts University "One needs no knowledge of music notation or the piano literature to enjoy this book....His comments about competitions, repertoire, and American music are particularly worthwhile. Highly recommended."—CHOICE ... Read more