Richard Fairman and Ludovic Hunter-Tilney select their must-read titles
Tchaikovsky’s Empire — A New Life of Russia’s Greatest Composer by Simon Morrison Unlike many of Tchaikovsky’s recent biographers, Morrison has no patience with poring over his subject’s homosexuality or claims that he died by suicide. His concise book focuses on the imperial world in which Tchaikovsky moved and the wider influences on his music to create a fresh profile of a familiar composer.
And the Roots of Rhythm Remain: A Journey Through Global Music by Joe Boyd Anchoring this immense 940-page panorama of music from around the world is Joe Boyd’s celebrated career producing records for Nick Drake, The Incredible String Band and others. He’s knowledgeable without being overbearing and attentive to the way musical cultures overlap, from South Africa to South Asia.
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