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Robert Simpson

    Robert Simpson was een Engelse componist en een jarenlange producer en omroeper bij de BBC, vooral bekend om zijn orkestrale en kamermuziek, en om zijn geschriften over componisten als Beethoven, Bruckner, Nielsen en Sibelius. Geleid door bewondering voor Tovey's analytische benadering, verlichtte Simpson's proza met precisie en scherpte verfijnde muzikale vormen en toonsoorten, waardoor complexe ideeën toegankelijk werden voor de niet-gespecialiseerde lezer. Hij zette zich in voor breed ondergewaardeerde componisten en onderzocht de werken van bekendere figuren vanuit het unieke perspectief van een componist. Zijn literaire output, of het nu boeken of artikelen zijn, onthult consequent een diep begrip van muzikale structuur en expressie.

    Eat the Flowers: Poems for the youth inside us
    Carl Nielsen
    An Atheist in the Choir Loft
    Martyrland: A Tale of Persecution from the Days of the Scottish Covenanters
    The essence of Bruckner
    Through the Wilderness of Alzheimer's
    • Through the Wilderness of Alzheimer's

      A Guide in Two Voices

      • 160bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen
      4,7(6)Tarief

      The narrative unfolds through the experiences of Robert and Anne Simpson as they navigate the challenges of early onset Alzheimer's disease. By sharing their personal journey, they provide valuable insights and support for both patients and caregivers. Utilizing journal entries, letters, and conversations, the book captures the emotional and practical aspects of dealing with the illness. Readers will find understanding, compassion, and spiritual hope as they explore the complexities of Alzheimer's and the resilience required to face it.

      Through the Wilderness of Alzheimer's
    • The essence of Bruckner

      • 256bladzijden
      • 9 uur lezen
      4,5(14)Tarief

      This is a revised and expanded edition of Robert Simpson's study, first published in 1967, of Bruckner's music. It includes additional material on the 3rd, 4th and 8th symphonies, whose original versions have only recently become available, and a new chapter on the String Quintet. Dr Simpson, himself a composer, is also the author of "Carl Nielsen, Symphonist" and the BBC music guide, "Beethoven Symphonies".

      The essence of Bruckner
    • Set against the backdrop of the 17th Century, this narrative delves into the harrowing experiences of over 18,000 martyrs during the tumultuous period leading up to the Glorious Revolution in England. Unlike other historical accounts, it offers an immersive experience, allowing readers to vividly engage with the sights, sounds, and emotions of the time. The book has captivated readers, sparking friendly competition among couples eager to uncover its compelling tales of the Covenanters and their struggles.

      Martyrland: A Tale of Persecution from the Days of the Scottish Covenanters
    • An Atheist in the Choir Loft

      • 204bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen
      4,0(2)Tarief

      Challenging the foundations of faith, the author shares his journey from devout believer to contented atheist, offering a candid exploration of his doubts regarding the existence of a loving God, the promise of paradise, and life's divine purpose. By stepping back from his religious identity, he critically examines the beliefs that shaped his life. This thought-provoking narrative invites readers to reflect on their own convictions and the extraordinary claims of Christianity.

      An Atheist in the Choir Loft
    • Carl Nielsen

      • 260bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen
      4,0(7)Tarief

      This work deals with Nielsen's symphonies and other works, and also compares Nielsen and Sibelius as symphonists.

      Carl Nielsen
    • These poems chronicle the feelings, disappointments, remembrances, loves and lost opportunities beginning with the Vietnam War through the author's career as an attorney. They reflect the events that shaped his life resulting in a collection spanning the range of emotions of a life of great joys, deep sorrows and those moments in between.

      Eat the Flowers: Poems for the youth inside us