Isbn: 9781333537180 - the pianoforte sonata: its origin and development (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book gives a detailed history and analysis of the evolution of the piano sonata, starting with early works in the 17th century right up to Beethoven's groundbreaking compositions. The author examines early sonatas by composers such as Kuhnau, Scarlatti and Bach, and discusses the influence of both Italian and German composers on the development of sonata form. From there, the book moves on to the contributions of later composers such as Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, focusing on how each composer added their own unique elements and innovations to the genre. The author's in-depth examination of the sonata's evolution reveals how this musical form is deeply connected to the broader history of Western classical music, offering new insights into its development and significance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …