Ferruccio Busoni as Architect of Sound

Discover Ferruccio Busoni as Architect of Sound (N/A) by Erinn E. Knyt, a striking exploration of one of Europe’s most inventive musical minds. This authoritative study illuminates Busoni’s radical thinking about piano technique, composition, and the emergence of 20th-century modernism — perfect for music scholars, pianists, and curious readers seeking a deeper understanding of European musical history.

Knyt combines clear, engaging prose with rigorous scholarship to trace how Busoni reconstructed the very idea of musical sound. Drawing on archival sources and close readings of scores and writings, she reveals the practical and philosophical strategies that shaped his work in Italy, Germany, and beyond. Readers will gain fresh perspectives on Busoni’s influence on performance practice, his dialogues with contemporaries, and his role in the cultural shifts of early 20th-century Europe.

This book balances intellectual depth with accessibility: thoughtful analysis for academics, illuminating context for performers, and vivid narrative for general readers. Whether you’re researching Busoni’s legacy or exploring modernism’s roots, Knyt’s study serves as an indispensable guide — clarifying complex ideas and sparking new questions about interpretation and innovation.

Bring home a copy of Ferruccio Busoni as Architect of Sound by Erinn E. Knyt and enrich your library with a definitive work on a pivotal figure in piano literature and European musical thought. Order now to deepen your understanding of Busoni’s enduring imprint on music history.

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