This book is a meeting with the world of music and thought of Valentin Silvestrov, one of those composers who identified trends in the development of world music at the turn of the century. The book is based on the composer's public speeches at meetings organized in Kiev in 2007. Valentin Silvestrov talks about the works he has created for more than forty years, and also answers various, sometimes provocative questions from presenters and listeners.
The book will interest both professional musicians and all lovers of classical music.
A CD with recordings of the composer's main works is attached to the publication.
This book is a meeting with the world of music and thought of Valentin Silvestrov, one of those composers who identified trends in world music at the turn of the century. The book is based on the composer's public speeches at meetings organized in Kyiv in 2007. Valentin Silvestrov talks about the works he has created for over forty years, and also answers various, sometimes provocative questions of presenters and listeners.
The book will interest both professional musicians and everyone who loves classical music.
A CD with recordings of the composer's main works is attached to the publication.