A book exploring Mozart's music and its charm. Yoshida Hidekazu, who has always spoken of the appeal of classical music in a consistently supple writing style—this book is a gem of Mozart criticism, compiled by selecting 10 essays on Mozart's music from his half-century of critical activity. Even within a collection of Mozart essays, the content is diverse. It can be said that the depth of the content is equivalent to the time the author has spent as a critic. The book offers precise musical analyses that unravel the secrets of Mozart's creativity, using masterpieces such as symphonies and concertos as subjects; performance critiques that vividly discuss the characteristics of Mozart's works as performed by various renowned musicians; and furthermore, the life and persona of Mozart are discussed in a relatable narrative style. The author's words, possessing a unique clarity and calmness, gently convey the richness of Mozart's music to the reader, always staying close to each of the musical ideas that Mozart spun. ◇ Commentary by Horie Toshiyuki - Title: In Search of Mozart - Author: Yoshida Hidekazu - Publisher: Hakusuisha - Price: 1300 yen - Language: Japanese Sun tanning is visible. Please check the images for the condition.