Delphi Masterworks of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Illustrated)

The world’s most famous composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart produced masterpieces in every musical genre of his day, having a profound influence on the course of Western music. Famed for his enchanting melodies and unique range of expression, he is the most universal of all composers. Delphi’s Great Composers Series offers concise illustrated guides to the life and works of our greatest composers. Analysing the masterworks of each composer, these interactive eBooks include links to popular streaming services, allowing you to listen to the pieces of music you are reading about. Evaluating the masterworks of each composer, you will explore the development of the composer’s works, tracing how they changed the course of music history. Whether a classical novice or a cultivated connoisseur, this series offers an intriguing overview of the world’s most famous and iconic compositions. This volume presents Mozart’s masterworks in succinct detail, with informative introductions, accompanying illustrations and the usual Delphi bonus features. (Version 1)

* Concise and informative overview of Mozart’s masterworks * Learn about the classical pieces that made Mozart a celebrated composer * Links to popular streaming services (free and paid), allowing you to listen to the masterpieces you are reading about * Features a special ‘Complete Compositions’ section, with an index of Mozart’s complete works and links to popular streaming services * Includes both volumes of Mozart’s letters, translated by Lady Grace Wallace, first time in digital print - spend hours exploring the composer’s personal correspondence * Also features two biographies, including Otto Jahn’s seminal study - explore Mozart's intriguing musical and personal life

CONTENTS:

The Masterworks Nannerl Notenbuch Symphony No. 1 Symphony No. 25 Violin Concerto No. 5 Symphony No. 31, Paris Great Mass in C minor Piano Sonata No. 11, Turkish March Horn Concerto No. 2 Piano Concerto No. 20 The Marriage of Figaro Piano Concerto No. 23 Symphony No. 38, Prague Don Giovanni Serenade No. 13, Eine kleine Nachtmusik Symphony No. 41, Jupiter Così fan tutte Die Zauberflöte Clarinet Concerto in A major Requiem Mass in D minor

Complete Compositions Index of Mozart’s Compositions

The Letters The Letters of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1769-1791) - translated by Lady Grace Wallace

The Biographies The Life of Mozart by Otto Jahn (translated by Pauline D. Townsend) Brief Biography on Mozart by Donald Francis Tovey

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Rafbók: 4 september 2017