Description: The dialogue between composers and performers, using the score as a point of departure and reference, as well as reactions and practices concerning unknown music, are explored by the author, conducting interviews with renowned pianists responsible for premiering works by major 20th-century composers, and accessing music press.
Brief description: Zélia Chueke is a pianist, associate researcher at IReMus (Institut de recherche en musicologie), permanent researcher at the Observatoire Musical Français, Sorbonne University (2002-2013), and founder and head of the Groupe de recherche Musiques Brésiliennes as well as the International Exchanges o Music Theory and Performance project.
Review Quotes: "With vast erudition, Zélia Chueke presents a vivid account of 20th century pianists' involvements with new music. An indispensable book to understand the relations between composers and performers of the last century." --Marc Battier, Emeritus Professor, Sorbonne University