The book delves into the repercussions of a government that overlooks America's foundation as a Western nation rooted in Christian values. It emphasizes the need to recognize the causes of this denial, its consequences, and potential solutions to the ongoing crisis. Aimed at informing the uninformed and inspiring all readers, the work seeks to highlight the significance of acknowledging America's unique heritage. The author, John Tait, shares his personal background and family life, adding a relatable dimension to the narrative.
The book chronicles the influential partnership of Harry Vanda and George Young, pivotal figures in Australian music history. Their meeting at a migrant hostel sparked a creative journey that led to the formation of the Easybeats and the rise of iconic bands like AC/DC and Rose Tattoo. Through interviews with Vanda, Young, and members of these legendary acts, the narrative explores their songwriting successes, including hits like "Friday on My Mind" and "Love is in the Air," showcasing their lasting impact on the music scene over five decades.
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Possessed by Music is the fascinating story of the Russian composer Alexander Konstantinovich Glazunov (1865-1936). He was born into a wealthy publishing family, with very musical his mother was a fine pianist and his father played the violin. The young Glazunov demonstrated a number of talents, including a gift for drawing, but his exceptional musical abilities soon attracted the attention of the famous composer Miliy Balakirev who recommended that he study with Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. So successful were these lessons that Glazunov had his First Symphony performed when he was only 16 years old. Glazunov's renown developed with the support of Mitrofan Belyayev, a timber merchant and ardent music lover, who helped to introduce him to leading composers such as Liszt. Soon Chaikovsky would also take an active interest in his career. Through the 1880s and 1890s Glazunov established an international reputation with his symphonies and ballets then, in 1899, he joined the staff of the St Petersburg Conservatory, becoming its Director in 1905. In this role he was famous for his impassioned defence of student rights, often supporting poor students with money from his private income. He remained in this post through the years of war and revolution, becoming an increasingly isolated figure, until in 1928, he left the Soviet Union, touring Europe and America before settling in Paris where he died in 1936.
