Here, in one remarkable volume, are the thoughts, musical insights, and invaluable practical advice from a host of world-class musicians. Ignacy Paderewski talks about the correct motion of fingers and forearm in his new "Méthode"; Josef Hofmann talks about the role of inspiration, Leopold Godowsky discusses the laws governing technique, more. Introduction by Dr. Jeffrey Johnson.
The material in this volume consists of selected chapters from Harriette Brower's Piano Mastery (1915), Piano Mastery, Second Series (1917), and Modern Masters of the Keyboard (1926). Included are interviews with dozens of the world's greatest pianists, organized alphabetically by name. The volume does not contain bibliographical references. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR