Dvorak in America: In Search of the New World
Average rating | ||
Based on 8 Ratings and 5 Reviews |
Book Description
Antonin Dvorak's New World Symphony is one of the most popular classical works ever. In this spirited account of the story behind the composition, Joseph Horowitz brings to life the diverse musical and cultural influences that inspired the composer, who came from Czechoslovakia to America in 1892. Listening to his assistant, Henry Burleigh, sing slave songs, and visiting Wild West shows and the Ki... More
Book Information
Publisher | Cricket Books |
Binding | Hardcover (3 editions) |
Reading Level | Young Adults |
# of Pages | 160 |
ISBN-10 | 0812626818 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0812626810 |
Publication Date | 03/2003 |
The Creators
Videos
Reader Comments
Amazon US Reviews
Write a review on Amazon.com for this book
Amazon UK Reviews
Write a review on Amazon.co.uk for this book
Barnes & Noble Reviews
Write a review on Barnes & Noble for this book
Goodreads Reviews
Write a review on Goodreads for this book
View Joseph Horowitz's profile