| Author |
Racster, Olga |
| Title |
Chats on Violoncellos
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Susan Skinner, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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| Summary |
"Chats on Violoncellos" by Olga Racster is a musical exploration written in the early 20th century. The book presents a rich tapestry of discussions centered around the history, development, and significance of the violoncello and related string instruments, appealing to lovers of classical music and historical enthusiasts alike. The beginning of the work immerses the reader in a foggy, atmospheric description of London, setting the tone for a reflective journey into the world of music. Racster introduces the South Kensington Museum, where various musical instruments, including ancient stringed instruments, serve as the backdrop for her musings. The narrative blends personal anecdotes with historical references as she navigates through the fascinating stories of instruments and musicians, touching upon elements of culture, history, and human experience connected to these beloved instruments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
ML: Music: Literature of music
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| Subject |
Cello
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57130 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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