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Princeton University Press Beethoven Hero by Princeton University Press - Music Analysis

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Explore the nature of Beethoven's heroic style in this scholarly work from Princeton University Press. Beethoven Hero examines why generations of critics and analysts perceive his music in such a consistent way. By combining music analysis, criticism, reception history, and the philosophy of music, Scott Burnham investigates what makes this specific musical style so impactful. This book looks at the reasons behind the intense engagement listeners feel with the heroic style. It investigates the sense of identification people experience with his musical processes. The study begins with the recurring story of the heroic quest found in the first movements of his works, providing a deep look into how we value this music today. It is a significant resource for those studying classical music styles, music theory, and the history of musical criticism.

Key Features

Combines reception history, music analysis, and criticism to provide a complete view of Beethoven's musical impact.

Examines the history of music theory and the philosophy of music to explain the persistence of the heroic style.

Investigates why listeners feel such a strong sense of identification with the musical processes in Beethoven's works.

Analyzes the specific elements that create intense engagement between the listener and the heroic musical style.

Starts with an analysis of the heroic quest narrative found in the first movements of Beethoven's compositions.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Publication Date
30 April 2000
Listed Since
13 February 2007

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