Love it! A present from my Dad making it that more helpful. Although it seems daunting to start with once you get into the flow of the terminology andLove it! A present from my Dad making it that more helpful. Although it seems daunting to start with once you get into the flow of the terminology and how to access the key points of each of the 50 or so moves you'll find more confidence to take on that one figure who always seems to beat you at the ultimate gentlemans game. Watch out Dad!...more
A unique and excellent way of getting to know Bill. Shapiro does all he can to be as factual about the year in question in London. Shakespeare's life A unique and excellent way of getting to know Bill. Shapiro does all he can to be as factual about the year in question in London. Shakespeare's life is told through what we know of that year in this great city giving us a look into what the great play write must have experienced while writing and living during this one year. ...more
There is a LOT in this book and as well there should be. Monk was a bizarre and beautiful man who led a unique life that only a man of his special talThere is a LOT in this book and as well there should be. Monk was a bizarre and beautiful man who led a unique life that only a man of his special talents and outlook could have. His personality is a wonder to read about and as well all know his talents were second to none. A wonderful read for any fan of his or Jazz in general....more
What a brilliant way to look at Chopin the man and his music. Szulc focuses on Chopin's surroundings and influential friendships as well as his personWhat a brilliant way to look at Chopin the man and his music. Szulc focuses on Chopin's surroundings and influential friendships as well as his personal life and the life of Parisians at the time Chopin lived there so we the reader garner a much better understanding of this musical genius. ...more
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