

An edition of Leningrad: Siege and Symphony (2013)
By B. Moynahan
Publish Date
Apr 08, 2013
Publisher
Quercus
Language
eng
Pages
558
Description:
In 'Leningrad, seige and symphony', Brian Moynahan sets the composition of Shostakovich's most famous work against the tragic canvas of the siege itself and the years of repression and terror that preceded it.
subjects: Symphonies, History, Music and war, Music and state, Music, Political aspects, Social conditions, Belagerung, Sinfonie