Schumann's piano cycles and the novels of Jean Paul
- 224 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
A study on the influence which the German novelist Jean Paul Friedrich Richter had upon Robert Schumann's music.
Eastman Studies in MusicReihe
Diese Reihe erforscht die tiefgreifenden und vielfältigen Aspekte der musikalischen Kunst. Von klassischen Kompositionen bis zu zeitgenössischen Interpretationen bietet jeder Band fundierte wissenschaftliche Arbeit und analytische Einblicke. Sie verfolgt die Entwicklung musikalischer Formen, kultureller Einflüsse und das Leben einflussreicher Komponisten. Diese Sammlung ist unverzichtbar für Musikstudenten, Wissenschaftler und leidenschaftliche Zuhörer, die ihre Wertschätzung und ihr Verständnis von Musik vertiefen möchten.
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An analysis of the history and methodology of the pre-Bach baroque fugue.
A biography of Winnaretta Singer-Polignac, heiress to the Singer Sewing Machine fortune, who befriended and subsidized some of the most important musical and literary artists of the 20th Century, including Stravinsky, Proust, Ravel, Cocteau, and Colette.
This in-depth analysis explores the distinctive characteristics of two of Berlioz's major works, highlighting their innovative blend of symphonic and operatic elements. The study emphasizes how these compositions integrate significant classics of Western literature, showcasing a remarkable fusion of artistic expressions. Through this examination, readers gain insight into Berlioz's creative genius and the profound impact of literature on his music.
This collection features a curated array of essays, reviews, and interviews that delve into musical performance and composition from the late 20th century to the early 21st century. It offers valuable insights into the evolving nature of opera, exploring both the artistic and cultural dimensions of this genre. The work serves as a reflective commentary on contemporary music, highlighting significant trends and figures in the field.
CageTalk
- 304 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Revealing unpublished interviews with John Cage and some of his closest colleagues, including Virgil Thomson, Karlheinz Stockhausen, Pauline Oliveros, Merce Cunningham, and David Tudor.
Exploring the interplay between Shakespeare's contrasting theatrical styles and the evolution of opera, this book examines how composers like Purcell, Berlioz, Verdi, and Britten challenged traditional notions of music drama. Through their innovative works, these artists redefined the boundaries of opera, prompting a reevaluation of its conventions and artistic possibilities. The analysis highlights the influence of Shakespearean themes on their compositions and the broader implications for the genre.
An exploration of the meaning and reception of modernist music.
A unique look at the career of a little-known contemporary of Haydn and Mozart, presented against a fascinating background of court musical life in late eighteenth-century Germany.
The Violin
- 306 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Provides new perspectives on the violin's beloved concert repertoire, its diverse roles in indigenous musical traditions on four continents, and its metaphorical presence in visual arts and literature.
Focusing on the Swiss composer Schoeck, the book explores his late-Romantic style, characterized by a unique blend of sensuousness and stringency. It provides context for his life and musical evolution, shedding light on the growing popularity of his works. Through this examination, readers gain deeper insights into Schoeck's contributions to music and his artistic significance.
French Organ Music from the Revolution to Franck and Widor
- 342 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
Essays by prominent scholars and organists examine the music of Franck and other nineteenth-century French organist-composers through stylistic analysis, study of compositional process, and exploration of how ideas about organ technique and performance-practice traditions developed and became codified.
Wanderjahre of a Revolutionist and Other Essays on American Music
- 280 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
Selected autobiographical and critical essays by the important early 20c American composer/campaigner Arthur a major narrative of American musical life c.1900.Arthur Farwell was the great apostle of American music. He published works by American composers in his Wa-Wan Press, he lectured widely on the need to develop a national style, and he spearheaded the American Music Society's drive to promote the country's composers. The twenty-year crusade covered in `Wanderjahre,' originally published as articles in Musical America, begins in 1889 when Farwell's musical interest first developed, continues throughhis Bohemian days in Boston as a budding composer and his trip to Europe for further study, then chronicles his work in America on his return in 1899. Later critical articles and reviews confirm Farwell as an original, often audacious voice, frequently at odds with the musical establishment but raising key issues of American musical life in his day, and giving valuable insights into that milieu.
An examination of work by the German music theorist, Alfred Lorenz, to explain Wagner's operas and how they fit with German nationalist ideology.The work of the Wagnerian theorist and analyst Alfred Lorenz (1869-1939) has had a profound influence upon both Wagnerian scholarship and music analysis in the twentieth century, and yet it has never been properly evaluated. Analyzing Wagner's Operas outlines the origins and development of the expressive aesthetic in writings by Wagner and others, as well as in early-twentieth-century theories of musical form, and it considers Lorenz's work and contributions in this light. The book also hopes to show, to the extent possible, where Lorenz's work acted as a sort of "musical metaphor" for German nationalist ideology during the Nazi era.
Music and Musicians in the Escorial Liturgy Under the Habsburgs, 1563-1700
- 416 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
Focusing on the performance and composition of liturgical music at El Escorial, this book offers a fresh analysis of its historical context and significance. It explores the intricate relationship between music and the spiritual practices of the time, shedding light on the unique contributions made by composers and musicians associated with this renowned site. The study delves into various musical forms and their role in enhancing the liturgical experience, providing insights into the cultural and religious landscape of the era.
Othmar Schoeck
Eine Biographie
Die umfassende und kritische Biographie des großen Komponisten, die erstmals die Beziehung zwischen Schoecks Leben und seinem Werk zu klären sucht. Ein überaus spannendes Buch, das die Lust weckt, sich intensiv mit der Musik des Komponisten zu befassen.
Brings to light the life and work of one of France's most distinguished musicians in the most complete biography in any language of Charles-Marie Widor. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword by Kurt Lueders Preface Introduction: "Sunday Morning in a Paris Organ Loft," by T. Carl Whitmer Widor's Ancestry, Musical Education, and Heritage (1844-63) The First Creative Period (1864-79) The Years of Mastery (1880-94) The Twilight of Widor's Compositional Career (1895-1909) Mr. Widor, Member of the Institute of France (1910-37) Appendix One: Published Literary Works Appendix Two: List of Musical Works Appendix Three: A Cross-Section of Musicians during Widor's Life Appendix Four: Chronology
The music of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
- 416 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
Focusing on C. P. E. Bach's compositional choices within his social and historical context, Schulenberg shows how C. P. E. Bach deliberately avoided his father's style while borrowing from the manner of his Berlin colleagues, who were themselves inspired by Italian opera. Schulenberg also shows how C. P. E. Bach, now best known for his virtuoso keyboard works, responded to changing cultural and aesthetic trends by refashioning himself as a writer of vocal music and popular chamber compositions.
Wagner and Wagnerism in Nineteenth-Century Sweden, Finland, and the Baltic Provinces
Reception, Enthusiasm, Cult
- 327 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
The book delves into the performance history and audience reception of Wagner's operas in Stockholm and surrounding cities. It examines the cultural impact and significance of these operas, highlighting how they were staged and interpreted in a regional context. Through detailed analysis, it reveals the unique interactions between the operas and local audiences, shedding light on their artistic and social implications.