The Beethoven song companion / Paul Reid ; [with a foreword by Barry Cooper].
| Author/creator |
Reid, Paul (Paul Charles), 1949- |
| Other author/creator | Cooper, Barry (Barry A. R.) |
| Format | Tactile Material, Book, and Print |
| Publication Info | Manchester : Manchester University Press ; New York : Distributed exclusively in the USA by Palgrave, 2007. |
| Description | viii, 309 pages : illustrations, music ; 24 cm |
| Subject(s) |
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| Contents | Foreword / Barry Cooper -- Preface / Paul Reid -- Part I. Songs -- Part II. Poets -- Appendix I. Publication of the songs -- Appendix II. Der Gute Fürst. |
| Abstract | This is the first full-length, published study of Beethoven's songs. All the composer's songs with piano are included, with full German texts and translations, together with comprehensive notes on the poetry and the music. The inclusion of unfinished songs gives a fascinating insight into Beethoven's compositional methods. An introductory essay considers reasons for the relative neglect of the songs, the significance of Beethoven's choice of texts, his crucial role in the development of the German art-song and specific aspects such as choice of key. Throughout the book, poetic and musical texts are discussed in their historical context, and in the overall context of Beethoven's life and music. This book will be of interest and value to singers and their accompanists, as well as to enthusiasts. The details on locations of autographs and the genesis of key works will also be an aid to further academic research. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and indexes. |
| Language | Song texts in German and English. |
| ISBN | 9780719075704 |
| ISBN | 071907570X |
| ISBN | 0719075718 |
| ISBN | 9780719075711 |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.B42 R44 2007 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |