Mémoires de Hector Berlioz comprenant ses voyages en Italie, en Allemagne, en Russie et en Angleterre, 1803-1865
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"Mémoires de Hector Berlioz" by Hector Berlioz is an autobiographical account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores the life and artistic journey of the renowned composer Hector Berlioz, detailing his upbringing, musical education, and early experiences in the world of composition. The memoir also reflects on Berlioz's travels through various countries like Italy, Germany, Russia, and England, providing insights into his influences and the challenges he faced as an artist. At the start of this memoir, Berlioz introduces his early life in the small town of Côte-Saint-André, France, where he recalls formative experiences such as his first communion and initial musical impressions. He shares anecdotes about his family, particularly his relationship with his father, a doctor who despite his own career hopes supported Berlioz's growing interest in music. The narrative sets the stage for Berlioz's eventual decision to pursue a career in music, revealing his passion for travel, poetry, and the struggles of finding his identity as an artist. The opening portion serves to contextualize Berlioz's musical aspirations and the emotional events that shaped his character before he embarks on his journey to Paris and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Music -- 19th century -- History and criticism
FR Biographie, Mémoires, Journal intime, Correspondance
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