[Publication Information] "Kyoko Nakano Reads 'Painting and Music'" Serialized in "Art Exhibition Navi" Published by Shodensha -- "The Secret of Music" Read Through Masterpieces
Kyoko Nakano's serialized essays on the relationship between painting and music have been published by Shodensha as "The Secret of Music" Read Through Masterpieces.Summary
The series "Kyoko Nakano Reads 'Painting and Music,'" written by author and German literature scholar Kyoko Nakano and serialized in "Art Exhibition Navi" from January 2024 to May 2025, has been published by Shodensha under the title "The Secret of Music" Read Through Masterpieces. The book explores how painting and music, though distinct arts, have influenced each other throughout history, featuring examples like Mussorgsky, who composed "Pictures at an Exhibition," and Ravel, known as an art enthusiast. Comprising 17 chapters, the book examines how paintings have expressed 'sound' through topics like "Making Sound with Painting" and "The Symbolism of Musical Instruments." For the book release, commentary on the classical music featured in each installment has been added, offering new discoveries even for previous readers. It was released on December 1st, priced at 2090 yen, and includes 45 color illustrations.
(Source：美術展ナビ)