The Life of Johannes Brahms (Vol 2 of 2)

The second volume traces Johannes Brahms's middle career, documenting his life in Vienna and on concert tours, his conducting posts, and collaborations with prominent contemporaries. It follows the genesis, early performances, and publication of major works—from chamber pieces and lieder sets to grand choral works—while noting their reception and revised editions. The narrative interweaves accounts of personal relationships, family matters, and travel that affected his composing. Detailed chapter-by-chapter reportage combines musical description, concert programmes, and correspondence to portray the unfolding of his artistic development.