The Concert Pianist - Williams, Conrad
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Philip Morahan is a great pianist who cannot play the piano. A record deal looms, a recital series is nigh, but Philip can barely look at the instrument. For suddenly it seems as though the sacrifices he has made in the name of his art have cost too much. At fifty two he is single, childless, wretchedly alone. Music has kept him from life. And when a bad review calls even his achievement as a pianist into question, he is in freefall. In the turmoil that follows, Philip's quest to reconcile the needs of the man and the compulsions of the musician leads to a headlong unravelling, comic in its…mehr

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Philip Morahan is a great pianist who cannot play the piano. A record deal looms, a recital series is nigh, but Philip can barely look at the instrument. For suddenly it seems as though the sacrifices he has made in the name of his art have cost too much. At fifty two he is single, childless, wretchedly alone. Music has kept him from life. And when a bad review calls even his achievement as a pianist into question, he is in freefall. In the turmoil that follows, Philip's quest to reconcile the needs of the man and the compulsions of the musician leads to a headlong unravelling, comic in its indignity. He is thoroughly deconstructed by ex-girlfriends, challenged by his protégé, all but tortured by his agent - mere preparation for the real task. To recover the power of his talent, and the capacity for love, Philip must first draw close to the central tragedy of his life.
Autorenporträt
Williams, Conrad
Conrad Williams was born in Winnipeg and lives in Willesden Green. Educated at Bedales School and Trinity College, Cambridge, he qualified as a barrister before becoming a literary agent and author. As an agent, he represents screenwriters, directors and playwrights, and works closely with book agents. He is the author of three highly acclaimed novels, Sex & Genius, The Concert Pianist, and Unfinished Business, all published by Bloomsbury. He is a keen amateur pianist and chamber musician. His short stories have been broadcast on Radio 4 and published in You Magazine, and he has written on musical matters for Pianist Magazine. He is married with two daughters. For further information see http://www.conradwilliams.co.uk
Rezensionen
Praise for SEX & GENIUS by Conrad Williams, published by Bloomsbury, 2002: 'A gripping piece of work, written with style and panache.' Sunday Telegraph