{"product_id":"music-comes-out-of-silence-by-andras-schiff-9781474615280","title":"Music Comes Out of Silence","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMusic Comes Out of Silence\u003c\/em\u003e by Andras Schiff is a captivating exploration of the life and career of one of the most important pianists of our time. This stimulating account, presented in two parts, offers readers an intimate journey from Schiff's childhood in Hungary to his current achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn conversations with Martin Meyer, Schiff delves into a diverse array of topics, ranging from his encounters with anti-Semitism and life under communist rule to his musical training under maestros like Pal Kadosa and Ferenc Rados. He also shares his insights on playing techniques and musical interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSchiff's writings provide a guided tour of Bach's 'Goldberg Variations', convey his public defiance against nationalistic and racist attitudes—a stance so strong that he refused to perform in Haider's Austria or Orban's Hungary—and amuse with the playful 'Ten Commandments' for concertgoers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a memoir, \u003cem\u003eMusic Comes Out of Silence\u003c\/em\u003e is a seminal collection of thoughts and experiences from one of the greatest musicians of our era, reflecting his unique artistry in making music emerge from silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998532784364,"sku":"9781474615280","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/204533482713.jpg?v=1763218911","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/music-comes-out-of-silence-by-andras-schiff-9781474615280","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}