The World of Music According to Starker [With CD]
By Janos Starker
(Indiana University Press, Hardcover, 9780253344526, 340pp.)
Publication Date: October 2004
Categories: Musical Instruments - Strings, Composers & Musicians - General
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"Few cello players currently before the public have enjoyed the kindof international success in all conceivable musical career roles as Janos Starker.In his lifetime, Starker has gained renown as teacher, soloist and orchestraplayer." -- Chicago Tribune
"Starker...remains one ofthe wonders of the musical world, an artist who finds innumerable ways to shape andcolor lines." -- Cleveland Plain Dealer
"Starker is notjust a cellist. He is widely recognized as one of the finest of the last 50years." -- Indianapolis Star
"Starker emerges here as therare artist who respects the past but lives enthusiastically in the present...Essential. All readers; all levels." -- Choice
Janos Starker isuniversally acknowledged as one of the world's great musicians. Known for a flawlesstechnique paired with expressive playing and interpretation, the Hungarian-borncellist is arguably also the premier teacher of his instrument in our time. Stringplayers flock to his masterclasses from all over the world, and cellists competevigorously to study under him at the Indiana University School of Music. More thanthe consummate musician, however, Starker is also a raconteur and writer, occasionally quirky and droll, always witty and with a pointed opinion toshare.
The World of Music According to Starker is a colorfulautobiography spanning the author's fascinating life. From his early musicaleducation during World War II in Hungary, to his world tours, educationalphilosophy, and recording and pedagogical legacy, Starker takes the reader on ariveting, entertaining, and informative journey. Included in the book are several ofStarker's short stories and commentaries on world events, academia, and -- of course-- music that have appeared in newspapers, music periodicals, and trademagazines.
Also includes a bonus CD recording of Starker's lastpublic recital, which is unavailable commercially and includes his only recording ofthe Strauss Sonata in F, Opus 6.
Included on theCD:
Richard Strauss, Sonata in F, Opus 6
Ludwig van Beethoven, Sonata in C major, Opus 102 no. 1
Johannes Brahms, Sonata in E minor, Opus38
Franz Schubert, Sonatina in D, Opus 137 no. 1 (Starkeredition)
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