Toscanini: Musician of Conscience

Arturo Toscanini was a renowned conductor with a dedication to music, photographic memory, and a fiery temper, dominating the music world and standing up against Nazism and Fascism. A new biography by Harvey Sachs explores Toscanini's career and life against the backdrop of history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 944 pages
Publication date: 04 December 2018
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Arturo Toscanini, a renowned conductor from 1867 to 1957, is celebrated for his unwavering dedication, exceptional photographic memory, explosive temper, and deeply passionate performances. He exerted considerable influence over prestigious institutions such as La Scala, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York Philharmonic, and the Bayreuth, Salzburg, and Lucerne festivals. Toscanini's reforms had a profound impact on generations of musicians, and his unwavering opposition to Nazism and Fascism made him a revered figure among artists with a conscience. In his groundbreaking biography, Harvey Sachs has delved into the archives of Toscanini, providing a fresh perspective on his musical career and often scandalous life. Set against the backdrop of Italy, Europe, the Americas, and Palestine, the book features captivating portraits of renowned figures such as Verdi, Puccini, Caruso, and Mussolini. Toscanini excels in its exploration of genius, music, and moral courage, offering a captivating narrative that sheds light on the life and times of this extraordinary musician.

Weight: 970g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 52 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781631494901