Consigli ai giovani musicisti, o regole di vita musicale di Robert Schumann

The advice from Schumann I found invaluable - even though it is a product of its time and Issserlis claims that it's not applicable now I believe it to be. The narration, analysis and comments by Steven Isserlis were interesting, it both brought the comments to a realistic situation with uself biogra Leggi tutto

Vanuit de aforismen van Robert Schumann, behalve componist ook een begenadigd pianist, dirigent en muziekcriticus, laat de heerlijke cellist Steven Isserlis zich inspireren om (jonge klassieke) muzikanten tips & tricks voor te schotelen die hij als topmuzikant ervaart en belangrijk vindt. Isserlis d Leggi tutto

Wonderful little book. Succinct and to the point, wisdom to be reminded of daily. Schumann's advice here is more of a sounding board for Isserlis's own advice, but what great advice it is! And some of Schumann's recommendations are still very timely and relevant. Highly recommended for all musicians Leggi tutto

Great advice for budding young musicians and great reminders for those of us who have professionally trained. I really enjoyed Isserlis humorous writing style and many of his comments and viewpoints resonated with me. I am excited to reread this book when I am in need of motivation!

Un libro che vale la pena leggere per tutti i musicisti.