Stravinsky: Discoveries and Memories

Craft has written often of this period, but in Stravinsky: Discoveries and Memories, he explores areas of the composer's life that he has never before touched upon. Peppered with delightful anecdotes, it is at times revelatory, showing sides of Stravinsky that only now Craft feels able to consider.

The years have given Robert Craft a balanced view of the composer he knew so well. Not only was he present at important meetings, rehearsals and premieres as well as numerous dinners and parties, he was also there when Stravinsky reminisced about the early years; the composer trusted him and gave him unique access to his archives.

In the centenary year of the notorious Paris premiere of The Rite of Spring, Stravinsky: Discoveries and Memories presents a vivid picture of one of the greatest composers in living memory.