The Aesthetics Of Pianoforte Playing (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428637290)

The Aesthetics of Pianoforte Playing is a book written by Adolph Kullak, a renowned pianist and teacher of the 19th century. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of playing the piano, focusing on the aesthetic elements of the performance. It covers a wide range of topics, including the proper technique for playing the piano, the use of dynamics and expression, and the interpretation of musical pieces. The book also includes detailed discussions on the history of piano playing, the development of the instrument, and the evolution of piano music. Kullak's writing is clear and concise, making this book an essential resource for pianists of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced player, The Aesthetics of Pianoforte Playing is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their piano playing skills and deepen their understanding of the art of music.One of the most revered of the vintage piano pedagogical works, revised and updated from its original mid-19th-century incarnation. Part I. The Idea in General: Importance and Peculiarities of the Pianoforte, History of Virtuosity, Historical Review of Piano Playing Methods; Part II. The Presentation of the Beautiful in Pianoforte Playing: On Technique, On the Rendering.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Adolph Kullak
ISBN-10: 142863729X
ISBN-13: 9781428637290
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/09/2006
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d