Gregor Tassie

Based on extensive archival research, this study explores the cultural background, lives, and careers of Soviet composers Nikolay Roslavets (1880–1944), Gavriil Popov (1904–72), and Alexander... — ChoiceMore…

Based on extensive archival research, this study explores the cultural background, lives, and careers of Soviet composers Nikolay Roslavets (1880–1944), Gavriil Popov (1904–72), and Alexander... — ChoiceMore…

Miaskovsky (1881-1950) has been long overdue for a competent biography, and Gregor Tassie supplies that need. It's a biography WH Auden would have praised. . . .Tassie's book is a worthwhile... — American Record GuideMore…

Gregor Tassie's meticulously detailed account of Kondrashin's career suggests an ambitious, talented musician who managed to carve a successful career with great skill and judgement in a political... — Classical Recordings QuarterlyMore…