Excerpt from The Elements of the Beautiful in Music
This short treatise is based upon Hand's work but I have found it necessary, for practical purposes, to treat the subject from a more popular point of view, with regard especially to musical practice.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating realm of musical aesthetics, exploring the fundamental principles that contribute to the creation of beautiful and impactful musical compositions. Rooted in the philosophical foundations laid by esteemed thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, and Kant, the author embarks on a journey to illuminate the essence of beauty in music. The exploration is divided into three distinct categories: Formal Beauty, Characteristic Beauty, and Ideal Beauty. Formal Beauty delves into the structural aspects of music, emphasizing the importance of harmony, order, and symmetry in creating a sense of completeness and balance. Characteristic Beauty focuses on the expressive qualities of music, highlighting the role of melody, harmony, rhythm, and key in conveying emotions and evoking specific moods. Ideal Beauty, the pinnacle of artistic achievement, arises from the harmonious interplay of formal and characteristic elements, resulting in works that transcend technical perfection and resonate deeply with the human spirit. Through insightful analysis and illustrative examples from renowned composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, the author demonstrates how these principles manifest in musical masterpieces. The book's exploration of musical aesthetics offers valuable insights for both musicians and music enthusiasts, enriching their understanding and appreciation of the art form. By unraveling the elements of beauty in music, this book invites readers to experience the profound impact that well-crafted compositions can have on the human soul. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330869390_0
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