Introduction to Playing From Score (Classic Reprint)

Hugo Riemann

ISBN 10: 1332266207 / ISBN 13: 9781332266203

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. For accomplished pianists who wish to cultivate a comprehensive grasp of music theory, this book offers an insightful guide to musical arrangement, focusing on piano adaptations of complex orchestral pieces. By examining the nuances of notable composers' techniques, the author guides readers through the art of transposing orchestral compositions into captivating piano arrangements. Beginning with the basics of score reading, the author gradually introduces advanced techniques, including transposing notation and part writing. Through a meticulously curated selection of examples drawn from classical masterpieces, the reader gains valuable insights into techniques for handling complex rhythms, polyphonic textures, and orchestral effects on a single instrument. The author's profound understanding of music theory empowers readers to navigate the intricacies of score interpretation, ultimately enabling them to transform orchestral compositions into stunning piano arrangements. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Playing From Score (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332266207
• ISBN 13: 9781332266203
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Music Practice

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Excerpt from Introduction to Playing From ScoreAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.