John Field And the Nocturne

About the Book

John Field is the most misunderstood composer in the history of classical music. The author, a former educator, classical pianist, and member of the Aldenori Piano Trio, finally sets the record straight. Pianists both professional and amateur, educators, teachers of piano performance, and musicologists who want to meet the real John Field and understand his finest creations, the nocturnes, will find this book indispensable.

About the Author

The author is a former teacher of creative writing and literature who has pursued a parallel career in music. Starting the study of piano at age six, he gave private music lessons for many years and performed with the Aldenori Piano Trio. Now retired, Mr. Wagenheim composes music and writes on a variety of subjects that interest him.