Thirty Years' Musical Recollections V2 (1862)

Thirty Years' Musical Recollections V2 is a book written by Henry Fothergill Chorley, first published in 1862. It is a memoir of the author's experiences in the music industry over a thirty-year period, from 1822 to 1852. The book covers Chorley's interactions with various musicians, composers, and performers of the time, including Felix Mendelssohn, Franz Liszt, and Giacomo Meyerbeer. Chorley also provides commentary on the state of the music industry during this period, including the rise of Italian opera and the decline of English music. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific topic or event, such as Chorley's experiences attending concerts and operas in London and Europe. Overall, Thirty Years' Musical Recollections V2 provides a unique perspective on the music industry during the mid-19th century, as well as an intimate look at the lives of some of the most influential musicians of the time.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.