--- product_id: 194625330 title: "A Life in Music" brand: "daniel barenboim" price: "5414 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/194625330-a-life-in-music store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # A Life in Music **Brand:** daniel barenboim **Price:** 5414 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Life in Music by daniel barenboim - **How much does it cost?** 5414 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/194625330-a-life-in-music) ## Best For - daniel barenboim enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted daniel barenboim brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A Life in Music ## Images ![A Life in Music - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71INS4J-QGL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Valuable insights into music making by the master pianist and conductor *by J***S on March 3, 2008* Daniel Barenboim has been in the front row of the best musicians of the last quarter of the XX century and the beginning of the XXI. This book not only reflect his 'memoires' as a child prodigy, but his parallel upbringing as a pianist and conductor.But the most interesting parts in this book are the analysis of music by Barenboim. His personal view of the meaning of music and music making make this a delightful document for anyone interested in classical music. This includes his views on harmony, tempo, orchestra balance, expression and many other topics.Another aspect that I found captivating in this book were the anecdotes and stories of another musicians. The view of Barenboim about other conductors and his reflections on the sound and characteristics of different orchestras is invaluable to any music lover.And in this document we have also the view of this conductor in the process of setting up operas in different houses, and with different stage directors and singers, which are a bonus to opera lovers, like me.Finally we have in this book some of Barenboim's concerns about the future of Arab - Israeli relationships and his personal quest to bring some mutual understanding to these peoples. This efforts, which gave life to de West East Divan Orchestra, and earned Barenboim and his friend, the late American - Palestinian author Edward Said, the Prince of Asturias Award for Peace Efforts (Concordia) in 2002. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Life in Music *by B***. on November 7, 2012* I am so thankful for special friends who introduced me to this amazing man's music, which led me to wanting to know more about him. . .I volunteer in a local library. They didn't have this book, but were able to get it for me from a nearby library. What an amazing story! I had to have a copy of my own. What an amazing man! I wish I could meet him. . .so gifted and yet so humble, and so anxious to learn from all those many special musicians he came in contact with throughout his life. I loved the book, and am now sharing it with others who love music. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ... and conductor who has worked with many of the greatest musicians of the last century and provides remarkable insights ... *by H***L on November 23, 2015* Barenboim writes as a pianist and conductor who has worked with many of the greatest musicians of the last century and provides remarkable insights into musical performance such as only a conductor and instrumentalist of the highest rank can offer. He was married to a very great musician, Jacqueline Dupre and his description of her gifts is fitting and apt. He describes her as a true force of nature with musical talents of a kind that are very rarely found. Having watched them perform in Philadelphia in 1970 I waited through several chapters for her to appear and when she did I liked what I read. His admiration for great conductors such as Sir John Barbirolli and Otto Klemperer is very well expressed and among his most interesting insights are the effects of Berlioz's use of the orchestra on later composers including Wagner.I highly recommend this book. ## Frequently Bought Together - A Life in Music - Everything is Connected: The Power of Music - Music Quickens Time --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/194625330-a-life-in-music](https://www.desertcart.is/products/194625330-a-life-in-music) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*