Haydn
Published on 11. January 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
158 pages
978-93-5932-595-8 (ISBN)
Description
The biographical book titled ""Haydn"" was authored by J. Cuthbert Hadden. This edition of ""Haydn"" is characterized by a visually appealing cover design and a meticulously typeset manuscript, which collectively contribute to its contemporary aesthetic and enhanced legibility. This work of literature offers readers an in-depth and insightful examination of the life and artistic influence of Franz Joseph Haydn, a distinguished composer who played an important part in the Classical era. During his scholarly publication, J. Cuthbert Hadden, a distinguished music historian and author, conducts an in-depth study of the realm of Haydn, employing a rigorous and methodical approach. The author provides a comprehensive account of Haydn's formative years, starting musical education, and successful career career as a composer, conductor, and musician. Hadden's book provides a comprehensive exploration of the historical and cultural backdrop which surrounded Haydn's era, in addition to an in-depth examination of the intricate structure of his musical compositions and groundbreaking accomplishments. This book of literature which provides a comprehensive examination of Haydn's significant impact on the advancement of Classical music, his collaborations with acclaimed contemporaries like Mozart and Beethoven, and his profound influence on the progression of symphonies, string quartets, and other diverse musical genres.
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Language
English
Place of publication
India
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
209 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-5932-595-8 (9789359325958)
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Person
J. Cuthbert Hadden (1861-1914) was a very productive Scottish individual who excelled in various fields, including authorship, journalism, biography writing, and organ playing. Hadden's birth took place at Banchory, Aberdeenshire on the 9th of September in the year 1859. The paternal figure of the individual in question was James Hadden, who held the occupation of a general labourer, while the maternal figure was identified as Elizabeth Mathieson. The individual commenced their professional career as an assistant in a bookseller's establishment located in Aberdeen. Subsequently, they pursued studies in music in London while concurrently being employed at the esteemed publishing company, George Routledge & Sons. He pursued a career in the field of music and subsequently came back to Aberdeen to work as an organist. In the year 1881, the individual in question assumed the role of organist at St Michael's Parish Church located in Crieff. The individual entered into matrimony with Elizabeth Couper Gordon in the year 1886, resulting in the birth of a single female offspring. In 1889, he relocated to Edinburgh, where he opted to discontinue his pursuit of music in favor of literature. The subsequent section presents an overview of his notable literary accomplishments.