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A Quaker Singer's Recollections (1920)

A Quaker Singer's Recollections (1920)

Bispham, David Scull

Paperback

20th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesClassical Music

ISBN10: 1164545469
ISBN13: 9781164545460
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Quaker Singer's Recollections is a memoir written by David Scull Bispham and originally published in 1920. Bispham was an American opera singer and a member of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. In this book, he shares his personal and professional experiences, as well as his reflections on music, religion, and society.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Bispham's early life, including his upbringing in a Quaker family in Philadelphia, his education, and his early career as a singer. He also shares his thoughts on the Quaker faith and its influence on his life and career.The second part of the book focuses on Bispham's career as an opera singer. He describes his experiences performing in various cities in the United States and Europe, including London, Paris, and Berlin. He also shares his thoughts on the art of singing and the importance of music in society.Throughout the book, Bispham provides insights into the world of opera and the challenges faced by singers. He also offers reflections on the role of music in promoting peace and understanding among nations.A Quaker Singer's Recollections is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of opera and the Quaker faith. It offers a unique perspective on the intersection of music, religion, and society in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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