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Title:
The Pianoforte Sonata
Its Origin and Development
Credits:
Produced by John Hagerson, Charles Aldarondo, Linda Cantoni,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Pianoforte Sonata" by J.S. Shedlock is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines the origins and evolution of the pianoforte sonata, detailing the contributions of various musicians throughout history, particularly focusing on composers like Johann Kuhnau and Ludwig van Beethoven. At the start of the book, Shedlock sets the stage for a comprehensive analysis of the sonata form, beginning with Johann Kuhnau’s 1695 Sonata in B flat. He draws parallels between significant historical figures and composers, such as Haydn and Beethoven, emphasizing their roles in the development of the sonata. The opening also touches on the various iterations of sonatas prior to the pianoforte’s prominence, as well as discussing early composers who shaped the foundation of this musical form. Through detailed references and descriptions, the introduction establishes the depth and breadth of the sonata’s history, promising a thorough exploration of its evolution in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Shedlock, J. S. (John South), 1843-1919
EBook No.: 17074
Published: Nov 16, 2005
Downloads: 200
Language: English
Subject: Sonatas (Piano) -- History and criticism
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Pianoforte Sonata
Its Origin and Development
Credits:
Produced by John Hagerson, Charles Aldarondo, Linda Cantoni,
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Pianoforte Sonata" by J.S. Shedlock is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines the origins and evolution of the pianoforte sonata, detailing the contributions of various musicians throughout history, particularly focusing on composers like Johann Kuhnau and Ludwig van Beethoven. At the start of the book, Shedlock sets the stage for a comprehensive analysis of the sonata form, beginning with Johann Kuhnau’s 1695 Sonata in B flat. He draws parallels between significant historical figures and composers, such as Haydn and Beethoven, emphasizing their roles in the development of the sonata. The opening also touches on the various iterations of sonatas prior to the pianoforte’s prominence, as well as discussing early composers who shaped the foundation of this musical form. Through detailed references and descriptions, the introduction establishes the depth and breadth of the sonata’s history, promising a thorough exploration of its evolution in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Shedlock, J. S. (John South), 1843-1919
EBook No.: 17074
Published: Nov 16, 2005
Downloads: 200
Language: English
Subject: Sonatas (Piano) -- History and criticism
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.