The Classical Style: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven

Rosen, Charles

ISBN 10: 0393006530 / ISBN 13: 9780393006537

Published by W. W. Norton & Company, 1972

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Classical Style: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication Date: 1972
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0393006530
• ISBN 13: 9780393006537
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

This outstanding book treating the three most beloved composers of the Vienna School is basic to any study of Classical-era music. Drawing on his rich experience and intimate familiarity with the works of these giants, Charles Rosen presents his keen insights in clear and persuasive language.

Review

"'Brilliant and epoch-making.' Times Literary Supplement 'The word "masterpiece" should be used rarely if at all. But it applies to Charles Rosen's The Classical Style... This book sets new standards for the application of language to music' George Steiner"