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Routledge Brahms Beyond Mastery - Royal Musical Association

Name: Routledge Brahms Beyond Mastery - Royal Musical Association
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Explore the early compositional development of Johannes Brahms through this scholarly study from the Royal Musical Association Monographs. While Robert Schumann recognized Brahms's talent as early as 1853, the composer spent the following years in intensive study. This work examines his neo-baroque Sarabande and Gavotte, pieces that represent a significant part of his early musical output. For a long time, these dances were not recognized as a distinct Brahms work. However, this book uses manuscript evidence and performance history to prove that Brahms and his contemporaries viewed them as a standalone work in the mid-1850s. These pieces held special importance as the first music of his to be performed publicly in major musical hubs including Gdansk, Vienna, Budapest, and London. This publication provides a deep look into the period when Brahms was refining his craft, offering insights into his early compositions and the historical context of his public debuts. It is an essential resource for students and researchers of classical music history.

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Examines the early compositional mastery of Johannes Brahms following his recognition by Robert Schumann.

Provides new insights into the neo-baroque Sarabande and Gavotte as distinct musical works.

Utilizes manuscript evidence to support the historical classification of these specific dances.

Traces the performance history of these pieces across Gdansk, Vienna, Budapest, and London.

Part of the respected Royal Musical Association Monographs series published by Routledge.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1409465578
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles > Classical Music
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 29 May 2013
Listed Since: 09 January 2013

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