Esta autobiografía revela la notable y dramática historia de una familia que sacrificó casi todo por la creencia en el talento de un niño. Explora el desafiante viaje desde la infancia temprana en el norte de China hasta el éxito contemporáneo, iluminando la intensa relación entre un hijo y su padre, quien estaba decidido a convertir a su hijo en una estrella. El libro ofrece una ventana a China, donde el autor es un icono cultural, contando una historia inspiradora de coraje y sacrificio necesarios para alcanzar la grandeza.
'Journey of a Thousand Miles' tells the remarkable story of a boy who sacrificed almost everything: family, financial security, childhood, and his reputation in China's insular classical music world, to fulfil his promise as a classical pianist.
HE STARTED LEARNING to play the piano when he was three years old in Shenyang, China. Today he is one of the world’s most outstanding pianists. In this engrossing life story, adapted by Michael French, Lang Lang not only recounts the difficult, often thrilling, events of his early days, but also shares his perspective on his rapidly changing homeland. He thoughtfully explores the differences between East and West, especially in the realm of classical music and cultural life. Shining through his rags-to-riches story of a child prodigy who came of age as a renowned musician, Lang Lang’s positive spirit, his dynamic personality, and his enduring passion for music will inspire readers of all ages. Includes a 16-page photo insert.
Born in China to parents whose musical careers were interrupted by the Cultural Revolution, Lang Lang has emerged as one of the greatest pianists of our time. Yet despite his fame, few in the West know of the heart-wrenching journey from his early childhood as a prodigy in an industrial city in northern China to his difficult years in Beijing to his success today. This autobiography documents the remarkable, dramatic story of a family who sacrificed almost everything--his parents' marriage, financial security, Lang Lang's childhood, and their reputation in China's insular classical music world--for the belief in a young boy's talent. And it reveals the devastating and intense relationship between a boy and his father, who was willing to go to any length to make his son a star. An engaging, informative cultural commentator who bridges East and West, Lang Lang's book opens a door to China.--From publisher description.
The Lang Lang Piano Method Preparatory Level introduces the basics of music and the piano through fun games and activities for young students. Players are encouraged to explore the keyboard while simple rhythms, finger numbers, and selected note names are gradually learned. The ideal introduction to the Lang Lang Piano Method , this book precedes Level 1. It is a unique and imaginative way for complete beginners to start the piano with the world's most successful concert pianist, Lang Lang. This book is the perfect introduction to the piano for young children.Join the world of Lang Lang and come on a piano adventure! The Lang Lang Piano Method series comprises six progressive books with online audio. There's plenty to play all around the keyboard right from the start; fun, imaginative pieces develop hands equally and the accompanying audio from Level 1 onwards includes exclusive performances by Lang Lang.
Lang Lang, jeune pianiste chinois de vingt-six ans, est considéré comme un extraordinaire virtuose. Il doit accompagner l'ouverture des jeux Olympiques de Pékin en août 2008. Il raconte ici son enfance et sa jeunesse, sa vie de fils unique tyrannisé par son père qui l'oblige dés l'âge de trois ans à des heures d'exercices quotidiens au piano.