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Book Synopsis: “[A]n immensely valuable source for anyone desiring an accessible overview of this endlessly controversial and chronically misunderstood giant of 20th-century music.” —John Adams, New York Times Book Review, cover review A New Yorker Best Book of the Year An astonishingly lyrical biography that rescues Schoenberg from notoriety, restoring him to his rightful place in the pantheon of twentieth-century composers.In his time, the Austrian American composer Arnold Schoenberg (1874–1951) was an international icon. His twelve-tone system was considered the future of music itself. Today, however, leading orchestras rarely play his works, and his name is met with apathy, if not antipathy. With this interpretative account, the acclaimed biographer of Toscanini finally restores Schoenberg to his rightful place in the canon, revealing him as one of the twentieth century’s most influential composers and teachers. Sachs shows how Schoenberg, a thorny character who composed thorny works, raged against the “Procrustean bed” of tradition. Defying his critics—among them the Nazis, who described his music as “degenerate”—he constantly battled the anti-Semitism that eventually precipitated his flight from Europe to Los Angeles. Yet Schoenberg, synthesizing Wagnerian excess with Brahmsian restraint, created a shock wave that never quite subsided, and, as Sachs powerfully argues, his compositions must be confronted by anyone interested in the past, present, or future of Western music. 10 illustrations Read more

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Discover the true brilliance of Arnold Schoenberg with the compelling biography "Schoenberg: Why He Matters." Written by renowned biographer Sachs, this book is an immensely valuable source for music enthusiasts and scholars alike. With its accessible overview of Schoenberg's life and work, this biography offers a fresh perspective on the controversial and chronically misunderstood composer.

Experience the extraordinary journey of Schoenberg, a composer who revolutionized the landscape of twentieth-century music. His twelve-tone system, once considered the future of music itself, now deserves to be rediscovered and celebrated. Although his name may have lost some of its luster over the years, this biography restores Schoenberg to his rightful place in the pantheon of composers.

Sachs delves deep into Schoenberg's life and sheds light on his complex character and revolutionary compositions. Despite facing relentless opposition, including the Nazis' labeling of his music as "degenerate," Schoenberg never compromised on his artistic vision. His struggle against anti-Semitism, coupled with his synthesis of Wagnerian extravagance and Brahmsian restraint, created a shockwave that continues to reverberate through Western music to this day.

Whether you are fascinated by the history of music or simply appreciate the power of groundbreaking compositions, "Schoenberg: Why He Matters" is a must-read. Immerse yourself in the rich illustrations and compelling narrative to gain a profound understanding of Schoenberg's enduring impact on the past, present, and future of Western music.

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