“Quite a charming little book... I loved how Schonberg encompassed all known virtuosity since the very beginning of the instrument.”
Beyond the paper versions, the digital age has made the book more accessible than ever. For those seeking a digital copy, the most reliable and legal source is the (archive.org), where a digitized version of the book can be borrowed. This is an invaluable resource for readers worldwide. The book is also widely available for purchase in both physical and electronic formats from major retailers. Harold Schonberg The Great Pianists Pdf
The book serves as an excellent primer on how the physical evolution of the piano—from the delicate wooden frames of the late 1700s to the massive cast-iron Steinways of the 1900s—dictated what composers could write and what performers could execute. “Quite a charming little book
Schonberg devotes significant space to and Frederic Chopin . This is an invaluable resource for readers worldwide