Isolde Ahlgrimm, Vienna and the Early Music Revival

The book explores the significant yet underappreciated contributions of Isolde Ahlgrimm to the revival of Baroque and Classical keyboard instruments. It highlights her innovative performances that contrasted sharply with contemporary interpretations, particularly those of the renowned Wanda Landowska. Peter Watchorn presents a compelling argument for Ahlgrimm's pivotal role in the harpsichord and fortepiano revival, emphasizing her influence on younger musicians like Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Gustav Leonhardt, which has largely been overlooked in music history.