Gustav Mahler: The Symphonies
Constantin Floros
Translated by Vernon and Jutta Wicker
Mahler's 10 symphonies and Das Lied von der Erde are intensely personal statements that have touched wide audiences. This survey examines each of the works, revealing their programmatic and personal aspects, as well as Mahler's musical techniques.

0-931340-62-4, 368 pp, 255 musical examples, 6 x 9", hardcover, © 1985, 1993

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What people are saying about this book...      Media Reviews (3)      Customer Reviews (3) Media Reviews "The translation by Vernon and Jutta Wickler is extremely readable....Gustav Mahler: The Symphonies...is not only an essential reference source for the Mahler symphonies, but is also a fount of Mahlerian socio-historical information that can be read just for pleasure." — Gerald S. Fox, President, The New York Mahlerites , November 1, 1999 "It is excellent." — American Record Guide, Sept/Oct 1994 "An enlightening book." — Classical Music Magazine Customer Reviews Fabulous | August 24, 2002 Reviewer: D.R. from San Dimas A fabulous resource! A God-send | September 16, 2002 Reviewer: M.W. from Tampa, FL This book is a God-send to anyone looking to explore the complexities of Mahler's symphonic works. I loved this book! | January 30, 2003 Reviewer: A. H. from Miami, FL I have the complete CDs of his symphonies by Bernstein, and this book has taught me more than I knew before and has given me a greater appreciation for this special music.