Piano and Song (eBook)

Enriched edition. How to Teach, How to Learn, and How to Form a Judgment of Musical Performances

Friedrich Wieck (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
181 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766464300-1 (EAN)

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In "Piano and Song," Friedrich Wieck offers an insightful exploration of the intimate relationship between piano performance and vocal expression, advocating for a harmonious integration of musical elements. This pedagogical text, reflecting the Romantic era's emphasis on emotive expression, serves as both a practical guide for pianists and a philosophical treatise on the nature of music-making. Wieck employs a clear and engaging literary style, combining theoretical exposition with illustrative musical examples, making it accessible for both seasoned musicians and enthusiastic learners. His focus on the expressive capabilities of the piano in tandem with song underscores the significance of emotional conveyance in performance. Friedrich Wieck, an esteemed pianist, teacher, and father of the famous composer Clara Schumann, was deeply ingrained in the development of piano pedagogy during the 19th century. Having nurtured the talents of numerous musicians, Wieck's insights are informed by his wealth of experience both as a performer and an educator. The themes presented in "Piano and Song" reflect his commitment to enhancing the expressiveness of pianists, influenced by his own musical upbringing and interactions with leading figures of the time. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the foundations of piano music and its intersection with vocal artistry. Musicians, educators, and music enthusiasts alike will find invaluable lessons in Wieck's thorough discussions, making it a vital addition to the libraries of those dedicated to the art of performance.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.11.2019
• Einführung: Kelsey Bates
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Kelsey Bates
• Übersetzer: Mary Pickering Nichols
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik ► Musiktheorie / Musiklehre
• Schlagworte: arts and storytelling • Biography • Classical music • emotional musical expression • famous composers • Friedrich Wieck influence • Instruction and study • melody harmony relationships • musical composition insights • musical education • music theory • music theory guide • Piano • Piano composition • piano pedagogy methods • piano performance techniques • piano playing exercises • piano techniques • romantic era • Romantic music education • Singing • Songwriting • Vocal music