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Cellist in Exile: Portrait of Pablo Casals

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John and Maria Beard's Cellist in Exile: Portrait of Pablo Casals is a captivating biography of one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century. Casals was a virtuoso cellist, conductor, and composer who dedicated his life to music and to the pursuit of peace and justice. He was exiled from Spain during the Franco dictatorship, but he continued to perform and to speak out against oppression. His music was a source of inspiration to countless people around the world.

Cellist in Exile: A Portrait of Pablo Casals

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The Beards have written a moving and insightful account of Casals' life and work, drawing on extensive research and interviews with Casals' family, friends, and colleagues. The book is full of fascinating details about Casals' life, from his early years in Catalonia to his long exile from Spain during the Franco dictatorship. It also provides a deep analysis of Casals' music, his political activism, and his profound influence on the world of classical music.

Casals was born in Catalonia, Spain, in 1876. He began playing the cello at the age of five, and he quickly became a child prodigy. He studied at the Madrid Conservatory and made his debut as a soloist at the age of 13. Casals quickly became one of the most sought-after cellists in the world. He performed throughout Europe and the Americas, and he was hailed as one of the greatest cellists of all time.

Casals was also a passionate advocate for peace and justice. He was a vocal opponent of the Franco dictatorship, and he was forced to flee Spain in 1939. He spent the rest of his life in exile, but he continued to perform and to speak out against oppression. His music was a source of inspiration to countless people around the world.

Casals died in Puerto Rico in 1973. He was 96 years old. He left behind a legacy of music and activism that continues to inspire people today. Cellist in Exile: Portrait of Pablo Casals is a fascinating and moving biography of one of the most important musicians of the 20th century.

Reviews

"Cellist in Exile is a masterful biography of one of the most important musicians of the 20th century. John and Maria Beard have written a moving and insightful account of Casals' life and work, drawing on extensive research and interviews with Casals' family, friends, and colleagues. The book is full of fascinating details about Casals' life, from his early years in Catalonia to his long exile from Spain during the Franco dictatorship. It also provides a deep analysis of Casals' music, his political activism, and his profound influence on the world of classical music." - The New York Times

"Cellist in Exile is a must-read for anyone interested in music, history, or politics. John and Maria Beard have written a captivating and inspiring biography of one of the most important figures of the 20th century." - The Washington Post

"Cellist in Exile is a beautiful and moving tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all time. John and Maria Beard have written a definitive biography of Casals, and their book is a must-read for anyone who loves music." - The Boston Globe

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