Violin Dreams by Arnold Steinhardt
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Book Reviews of Violin Dreams
Book Review: Real insight into the life of a virtuoso
Summary: 5 Stars
Not only is Steinhardt an outstanding violinist, he can also write. It's rare to find an artist who is so articulate about his art and the inner life connected with it. This memoir traces his development as a musician from early childhood throiugh his outstanding career as a soloist and first violin of the Guarneri Quartet.
His book is rich in anecdote as well as an analytic approach to the challenges of the music he plays, including Bach's Chaconne. He has had a shifting relationship with this piece for the whole of his professional life. A CD testifying to his view of the piece over the course of years is included.
Strongly recommended for anyone who is interested in the relationship between artist and instrument.
Book Review: A lifelong dream
Summary: 5 Stars
Violinist Arnold Steinhardt has produced a literary work that has the same richness and logic as a piece of classical music. Perhaps not strictly AABA, the work is organized nonetheless into a wonderful series of motifs, as the author follows - and recounts - the major dreams of his professional life. From early childhood to established career, the book follows Steinhardt's love affair with both music and the instrument that makes it possible. Reading it will be time very well spent.Book Review: wonderful book
Summary: 5 Stars
I just finished "Violin Dreams" and I would certainly recommend it to any music lover.
I really enjoyed Mr. Steinhardt's quest for a violin that would meet his needs as a professional musician, and I was fascinated by the look into this world of rarefied instruments.
On top of that, the book comes with a CD of Bach's works performed by Mr. Steinhardt. THAT was a great idea!
Buy the book, you will enjoy it.
Book Review: A superb book
Summary: 5 Stars
Easily one of the best books I have read in recent years. Many memoirs drown the reader in an avalanche of mundane details. Violin Dreams is short and sweet. Steinhardt hardly even mentions his family. But his passion for music in general and the violin in particular is palpable. I only wish there were more books like this.Book Review: Beautifully written memoir
Summary: 5 Stars
If you love the violin or violin music, you will cherish Violin Dreams. Arnold Steinhardt is as engaging an author as he is a great chamber musician. His memories of early violin experiences are a beautiful and inspiring musical tapestry.
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