Recipient of a MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship and a frequent performer at Carnegie Hall, Jeremy Denk is one of America’s foremost pianists. “Every Good Boy Does Fine” follows Denk’s journey from temperamental six-year-old piano prodigy to world-touring, celebrated musician. Denk shares the most meaningful lessons of his life, and tries to repay a debt to his many teachers.“Every Good Boy Does Fine” is a beautifully written, witty exploration of classical music: its power, its meanings, and what it can teach us about ourselves.
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