Ole Bull: A Memoir by Sara Chapman Thorp Bull
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About this eBook
| Author | Bull, Sara Chapman Thorp, 1850-1911 |
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| Contributor | Bull, Ole, 1810-1880 |
| Contributor | Crosby, A. B. (Alpheus Benning), 1832-1877 |
| LoC No. | 06006340 |
| Title | Ole Bull: A Memoir |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Ole Bull: a memoir / Sara C. Bull -- Anatomy of the violinist / A. B. Crosby -- Violin notes / Ole Bull. |
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| Summary | "Ole Bull: A Memoir" by Sara Chapman Thorp Bull is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the life and legacy of Ole Bull, a celebrated Norwegian violinist and composer. Through various anecdotes and tributes, it aims to highlight Bull’s artistic journey, his rich cultural background, and the influence of Norwegian folklore and musical traditions on his development as a musician. At the start of the memoir, we are introduced to the picturesque city of Bergen, Norway, where Ole Bull was born in 1810. The opening portion presents a detailed glimpse into his childhood, describing his early experiences with music and nature, along with familial influences that shaped his artistic inclinations. Key moments include his first exposure to music through family gatherings and the poignant memories of his connection with the natural landscape that conveyed deep emotional resonance to his developing musical identity. His initial struggles with formal education, his burgeoning passion for the violin, and the subsequent artistic triumphs are also described, establishing a foundation for understanding his evolution into a prominent musical figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Bull, Ole, 1810-1880 |
| Subject | Violin |
| Subject | Violinists -- Norway -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40297 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 140 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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