Zubin Mehta: A Musical Journey (An Authorized Biography) - Softcover

Bakhtiar K. Dadabhoy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0143428950 ISBN 13: 9780143428954

Publisher: Penguin, 2017

Synopsis

Zubin Mehta: A Musical Journey traces the nearly six-decade long, rich and uniquely variedcareer of the maestro. The only musician ever to simultaneously direct two major orchestras in North America, Mehta has worked with the most distinguished artistes of the last century. His extraordinary journey from Mumbai to some of the most prestigious podiums of the music world is a saga of genius and dedication. This meticulously researched authorized biography explores his life, musical legacy and association with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. Engagingly written, it offers an insightful window into the life of one of the twentieth century s greatest conductors.

About this title

About the Author:

Bakhtiar K. Dadabhoy is the author of six books, including Sugar in Milk: Lives of Eminent Parsis, the bestselling Jeh : A Life of J.R.D. Tata and the critically acclaimed Barons of Banking: Glimpses of Indian Banking History. He was educated at Hindu College, University of Delhi, and the Delhi School of Economics. He has written the script for a documentary on legal luminary Nani Palkhivala, Nani: The Crusader. Having lived in Mumbai for long, he is currently based in Pune. He has been following Zubin Mehta s career closely for many years.

Review:

A must-buy for someone who has a deep interest in the history of Indian musicians, and Western classical music. --Asian Age

Unputdownable. --The Hindu

A fantastic read.

Source: Tribune
A remarkable piece of writing.

Source: Pioneer
Dadabhoy has brought home the world of western classical music through the eyes of our own man in that world.

Source: Business Standard
A treat for music lovers and fans.

Source: Hi! Blitz --Various

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 0143428950
• ISBN 13: 9780143428954
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 536