{"product_id":"shostakovich-and-the-jews-9781636988238","title":"Shostakovich and the Jews?","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne of the most authoritative and personal guides to the music of Dmitri Shostakovich.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWritten by world-renowned musician and musicologist Vladimir Zak—who knew Shostakovich personally—\u003ci\u003eShostakovich and the Jews\u003c\/i\u003e offers a rare insider’s perspective on the composer’s life, music, and the subtle presence of Jewish motifs throughout his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eClassical music lovers will\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBe transported to the most turbulent chapters of Soviet history, witnessing Shostakovich’s artistic development amid the terrors of Stalin’s regime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFollow the author’s journey through the Soviet era, encountering major historical and cultural figures along the way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDiscover the depth and nuance of Shostakovich’s musical language, including his coded messages, speech patterns, and stylistic choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eExplore connections between Shostakovich’s work and the music of Eastern European Jews, as well as broader currents in world music\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStructured as a mosaic of essays, diary-like reflections, and philosophical musings, \u003ci\u003eShostakovich and the Jews\u003c\/i\u003e invites those interested in classical music to start anywhere and follow their curiosity. Some chapters unfold like cinematic short stories—perfect for fiction lovers and screenwriters—while others offer deep insight for musicians and serious listeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether new to Shostakovich or a seasoned admirer, every reader will come away with a richer understanding of his genius.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vladimir Zak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48286724030715,"sku":"9781636988238","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3917\/9771\/files\/9781636988238.jpg?v=1772485769","url":"https:\/\/indiepubs.com\/products\/shostakovich-and-the-jews-9781636988238","provider":"IndiePubs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}