The story of chamber music by N. Kilburn
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"The Story of Chamber Music" by N. Kilburn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the evolution and significance of chamber music, exploring its roots, key composers, and influential works over time. The emphasis lies on how chamber music serves as a profound yet intimate form of musical expression, spotlighting composers like Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven, who shaped its development. At the start of the
book, the author articulates a brief introduction to chamber music, outlining its intimate nature and pivotal role in musical culture. Kilburn discusses the genre's origins, referencing its early forms and the musicians who cultivated it, such as J.S. Bach and Henry Purcell. The opening portion sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of notable chamber music composers, essential compositions, and the impact of historical contexts on this art form. It highlights chamber music as a profound reflection of musical ingenuity, adapted for both private enjoyment and public performance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kilburn, N. (Nicholas), 1843-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04029676 |
| Title | The story of chamber music |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Walter Scott Publishing Co., Ltd., 1904. |
| Series Title | The music story series, edited by Frederick J. Crowest |
| Contents | The beginnings of chamber music -- Chamber music institutions and concerts -- Haydn, P.E. Bach, Dittersdorf, Handel -- Mozart -- Beethoven -- Schubert, Mendelssohn, Schumann, and Spohr -- Brahms and Dvořák -- Chamber music of the Russian composers -- Richard Strauss and Anton Bruckner -- Chamber music of recent times. |
| Credits | Andrew Sly, MFR, Linda Cantoni, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Chamber music -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70203 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70203-2 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 770 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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