Beethoven: The 'Moonlight' and Other Sonatas, Op. 27 and Op. 31 Contributor(s): Jones, Timothy (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521591368 ISBN-13: 9780521591362 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $54.15 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: November 1999 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Music | Musical Instruments - Piano & Keyboard |
Dewey: 786 |
LCCN: 98-45826 |
Lexile Measure: 1550 |
Series: Cambridge Music Handbooks |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.5" W x 8.7" (0.65 lbs) 160 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 1800-1850 - Chronological Period - 18th Century - Cultural Region - Germany |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Even in Beethoven's day everyone was talking about the "Moonlight" Sonata. This is a comprehensive introduction to Beethoven's most popular piano sonata, together with the four other sonatas in Op. 27 and Op. 31. Aimed at pianists, students and music lovers, it gives an account of the sonatas' historical background, their changing performance styles, and offers an accessible critical introduction to the music. |