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Discover the extraordinary life of Florence Foster Jenkins in this unabridged audio book on CD. Despite her lack of pitch, rhythm, and tone, Jenkins remains one of America's most celebrated and iconic sopranos, known for her unique recordings and her unforgettable, sold-out concert at Carnegie Hall. This captivating biography, beautifully narrated, captures the essence of a woman who defied the odds and pursued her passion for music against all challenges. Born in 1868 into a wealthy family, Jenkins initially trained as a pianist until her tumultuous marriage forced her to abandon her dreams. However, after inheriting a fortune, she set out to create a vibrant musical community in New York, showcasing young talents and bringing operas to life. At seventy-six, she stunned audiences with a legendary performance that transcended her musical shortcomings. Written by Jasper Rees, this audio book also features the witty and heartfelt screenplay by Nicholas Martin, known from the acclaimed film starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant. Florence Foster Jenkins is an inspirational story ideal for lovers of music history and biographical accounts. Grab your copy today and experience an uplifting journey through one remarkable woman's life. Shipping is FREE on this audio book, shipped directly from our Auckland warehouse, ensuring no unexpected import charges.
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509847112
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2016
Publisher: Bolinda/Macmillan audio
Description:
'People may say that I couldn't sing. But no one can say that I didn't sing.'
Despite lacking pitch, rhythm or tone, Florence Foster Jenkins became one of America's best-known sopranos, celebrated for her unique recordings and her sell-out concert at Carnegie Hall.
Born in 1868 to wealthy Pennsylvanian parents, Florence was a talented young pianist but her life was thrown into turmoil when she eloped with Frank Jenkins, a man twice her age. The marriage proved a disaster and, in order to survive, Florence was forced to abandon her dreams of a musical career and teach the piano. Then her father died in 1909 and, newly installed in New York, she used a considerable inheritance to fund her passion. She set up a prestigious amateur music club and began staging operas. Aided by her English common-law husband, St Clair Bayfield, she worked tirelessly to support the city's musical life. Many young singers owed their start to Florence, but she too yearned to perform and began giving regular recitals that quickly attracted a cult following. And yet nothing could prepare the world for the astonishing climax of her career when, at the age of seventy-six, she performed at the most hallowed concert hall in America.
In Florence Foster Jenkins, Jasper Rees tells her extraordinary story, which inspired the film starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant, and directed by Stephen Frears. This remarkable book also includes Nicholas Martin's funny, moving and inspirational screenplay.
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509847112
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2016
Publisher: Bolinda/Macmillan audio
Description:
'People may say that I couldn't sing. But no one can say that I didn't sing.'
Despite lacking pitch, rhythm or tone, Florence Foster Jenkins became one of America's best-known sopranos, celebrated for her unique recordings and her sell-out concert at Carnegie Hall.
Born in 1868 to wealthy Pennsylvanian parents, Florence was a talented young pianist but her life was thrown into turmoil when she eloped with Frank Jenkins, a man twice her age. The marriage proved a disaster and, in order to survive, Florence was forced to abandon her dreams of a musical career and teach the piano. Then her father died in 1909 and, newly installed in New York, she used a considerable inheritance to fund her passion. She set up a prestigious amateur music club and began staging operas. Aided by her English common-law husband, St Clair Bayfield, she worked tirelessly to support the city's musical life. Many young singers owed their start to Florence, but she too yearned to perform and began giving regular recitals that quickly attracted a cult following. And yet nothing could prepare the world for the astonishing climax of her career when, at the age of seventy-six, she performed at the most hallowed concert hall in America.
In Florence Foster Jenkins, Jasper Rees tells her extraordinary story, which inspired the film starring Meryl Streep and Hugh Grant, and directed by Stephen Frears. This remarkable book also includes Nicholas Martin's funny, moving and inspirational screenplay.