Beethoven in China

Name: Beethoven in China
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780734399526
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How the Great Composer Became an Icon in the People's Republic

By Jindong Cai and Sheila Melvin

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Beethoven in China by Jindong Cai and Sheila Melvin explores the fascinating cultural journey of Beethoven's music in China, tracing how his work influenced Chinese society and politics. The book delves into the profound impact of Western classical music in a country undergoing significant transformations, highlighting anecdotes and historical events that illustrate this cultural exchange. Through various perspectives, it demonstrates how Beethoven became an enduring symbol of emotional and intellectual resilience in China.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intersection of music and culture, as it explores how Western classical music, particularly Beethoven's works, became a significant cultural influence in China. This captivating study reveals the role music played in China's transformation, making it a delightful read for history enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

Beethoven in China

At the turn of the twentieth century, students returning from abroad brought Beethoven to China. Beethoven remained a durable part of Chinese life in the decades that followed, playing a role in major historical events from the May Fourth Movement to the normalisation of US-China relations. This book deals with this topic.

At the turn of the twentieth century, students returning from abroad brought Beethoven to China. The composer's perseverance in the face of adversity and his musical genius resonated in a nation searching for a way forward.

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At the turn of the twentieth century, students returning from abroad introduced Beethoven to China. The composer's perseverance in the face of adversity and his musical genius resonated in a nation searching for a way forward.

Beethoven remained a durable part of Chinese life in the decades that followed, becoming an icon to intellectuals, music fans, and party cadres alike. He played a role in major historical events from the May Fourth Movement to the normalisation of US-China relations.

Jindong Cai, whose love for the musician began during the Cultural Revolution, and culture journalist Sheila Melvin tell the compelling story of Beethoven and the Chinese people in Beethoven in China.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734399526

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 August 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 183.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 132

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Arts & Culture History & Military Jindong Cai Non-Fiction Penguin Books Sheila Melvin

About the Author

Jindong Cai is an orchestra conductor and a professor at Stanford University. He is a three-time recipient of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers award for Adventurous Programming of Contemporary Music.