Viacheslav Ivanovich Suk: Materialy k biografii (Vaclav Suk: Materials for biography)
Moscow: State Music Publishing House, 1933. Publisher's wrappers. Item #514
Book measures: 15 х 23 cm. 83 pages: illustrations and photographs. Text in Russian. OCLC locates only one institutional holding.
This first edition offers a comprehensive look into the life and career of Vyacheslav Ivanovich Suk (1861 - 1933), the renowned conductor who led the Bolshoi Theater orchestra from 1906 until 1933. Honored as a People's Artist of the Republic in 1925, Suk's influence on Russian musical culture was profound. The book delves into Suk's artistic journey, exploring his formative years, his ascent to prominence at one of the most prestigious theaters in Russia, and his lasting impact on the performing arts. It also highlights his role in shaping the Bolshoi Theater's distinct musical identity during a vibrant period of Russian history, offering insights into his methodology, his contributions to the theater's repertoire, and his legacy as a conductor and educator in the world of classical music.
Price: $150.00