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Excerpt from Musical Expression: Accents, Nuances, and Tempo, in Vocal and Instrumental Music
Sentiment is as individual and intermittent as reason is general and constant, and therefore to support and illustrate sentiment by reason is essentially the way to popularise it. Surely a few months devoted to the study of this science would not be thrown away if musicians were thereby enabled not only to explain the reason Of accents, nuances, rallentandos, accelerandos, and all the other phenomena of expression, but also to perform with expression and artistic feeling. May this hope be fulfilled!
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book seeks to demystify the hidden language of musical expression. The author, who is himself a piano teacher, argues that while musical emotion is often viewed as instinctive and elusive, it is in fact governed by a set of rules and laws. By meticulously observing the work of great musicians, he has identified the key elements within musical phrases that trigger specific emotional responses in the listener. The book challenges the notion that musical interpretation is purely subjective, instead offering a systematic approach to understanding how composers create emotional impact through their use of rhythm, harmony, and melody. The authorââ â¢s research is particularly relevant to the music pedagogy of the time, which he critiques for its lack of focus on the principles of expression. He emphasizes that a deeper understanding of the mechanics of expression allows performers to interpret any musical piece with clarity and purpose, transcending the limitations of mere sentiment and embracing the power of reasoned analysis. The authorââ â¢s insights into the science of musical expression empower both performers and listeners to appreciate music with greater depth and understanding. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781333794460_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781333794460
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles