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Romain Rolland (1866-1944), premio Nobel per la letteratura nel 1915, ha dedicato l'opera e la vita alla diffusione di un credo umanitario di pace e di fraternità. Compose numerose biografie esemplari, tra cui questa di Michelangelo, nel 1905. La vita dell'eroe della Sistina (come lo chiama l'autore) viene percorsa più volte analizzando vari aspetti della sua vita: la lotta, la sua ossessione artistica, gli amori idealizzati, e infine, l’amore per Dio e il desiderio della liberazione dalla vita.

Immerse yourself in the life and works of Handel, one of the worlds most celebrated composers, as expertly sketched by Romain Rolland. In this intriguing book, youll explore not only Handels fascinating biography but delve into his operas, oratorios, clavier pieces, chamber music, and orchestral compositions. Accompanied by images of musical examples in the printed text, this book also offers a comprehensive list of Handels works, chronologically and categorically organized. Its a must-read for every music enthusiast.

In the tumultuous backdrop of war-torn Paris, two unlikely souls collide Pierre, the timid pacifist grappling with his recent conscription, and Luce, a spirited artist navigating her dreams amidst chaos. As warning sirens wail and bombs echo in the distance, they grapple with profound questions What drives the leaders to destruction? Why do they find solace in each other amidst the madness? Set between January 30 and Good Friday, May 29, 1918, this poignant tale explores love, loss, and the search for meaning in a fractured world. (Introduction by Roger Melin)

Das 1896 entstandene Stück greift auf einen zwar zeitbeschränkten Stoff zurück, der aber gerade in den wunderbar zarten Liebesszenen ins zeitlos Dichterische erhoben ist. Das Drama spielt im 16. Jahrhundert während der französischen Glaubenskriege; die Handlung beruht auf historischen Tatsachen, wobei sich Romain Rolland bisweilen sogar darauf beschränkt, geschichtlich überlieferte Texte wörtlich wiederzugeben. In dem historischen Rahmen spielt sich die erschütternde Liebestragödie eines neunzehnjährigen Mädchens, Johanna von Piennes, ab.

Clérambault führt als eher durchschnittlicher Künstler ein bürgerliches Leben bis er von der patriotischen Propaganda vergiftet wird, die der französische Staat während der Mobilmachung zum ersten Weltkrieg unter seiner Bevölkerung entfacht. Durch den Tod seines Sohnes zur Besinnung gekommen verschreibt Clérambault sein Leben dem humanistischen Ideal, welches jenseits von Nationalität, Religion und Politik ethische und moralische Werte verkörpert - nur scheint dafür unter den menschlichen Herdentieren kein rechter Bedarf zu herrschen.

Our protagonist Jean-Christophe, having fled to Paris, is thrust into a world of financial difficulty and finds solace in teaching music to the elite. He naively embarks on a career as a composer, facing a barrage of harsh criticism, yet his innovative music garners increasing admiration. Amidst these trials, he discovers a steadfast friend, a beacon of support through the tumultuous twists and turns of his life. This podcast is brought to you by Cao Yuqing.

Journey through the extraordinary life of Jean-Christophe Krafft, a German-Belgian musical prodigy, from his humble beginnings to his triumphant return to Paris. Despite enduring grave hardships and intense spiritual battles, Jean-Christophes relentless spirit never wavers. His unique talents are his pride and his curse, as he strives to balance his passion for music with his responsibilities. His life takes dramatic turns as he wrestles with societal injustice, faces conflicts with authority, and grapples with his own conscience, forcing him into exile multiple times. After finding solace in ...

Amongst all the figures in the history of Western art forms, Beethoven is one of the most radical and influential. Not only did he produce some of the most celebrated and recognizable music of all time, but his influence dramatically accelerated the development of musical composition. He was instrumental in raising the status of the composer from that of a court servant to one of an independent artist.