From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art by Mason
"From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art" by Daniel Gregory Mason is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lives and contributions of notable modern composers, particularly focusing on their artistic expressions and the evolution of music as an art form. The author aims to provide readers with insights into how the personalities of these musicians influence their compositions and
place them within the broader context of music history. At the start of the book, Mason introduces the fundamental principles of music appreciation, emphasizing the significance of understanding both individual composers' contributions and the musical heritage they inherit. He outlines the need to recognize how modern composers like Edvard Grieg and Johannes Brahms connect to the broader musical landscape. Mason presents music as an evolving expression of human emotion shaped by historical context, technical resources, and individual artistic personalities. The introduction sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the selected composers and their works, highlighting the interdependence of personal expression and the technical evolution of music throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mason, Daniel Gregory, 1873-1953 |
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| Title | From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introduction: the appreciation of music -- Edvard Grieg -- Antonin Dvořák -- Camille Saint-Saëns -- César Franck -- Peter Ilyitch Tschaïkowsky -- Johannes Brahms -- Epilogue: the meaning of music. |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Composers -- Biography |
| Subject | Music -- 19th century -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58562 |
| Release Date | Dec 29, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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