This series delves into the world of historically informed musical performance, bringing a crucial aspect of music to the forefront. Each volume focuses on a specific instrument, exploring historical sources and offering practical guidance for contemporary musicians. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of period performance practices and find inspiration for their own interpretations. It serves as an essential guide for students, professionals, and enthusiasts of historical music.
Focusing on keyboard instruments, this book explores performance challenges associated with music from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries. It delves into historical context and technical nuances, providing insights into the evolution of keyboard playing techniques and their impact on musical interpretation during this period.
Focusing on historical performance from 1700 to 1900, this volume examines primary source materials and their interpretation, emphasizing style and technique for authentic period interpretations. It addresses contemporary issues like the impact of recording technology and explores future trends in performance practices. Case studies featuring works by Bach, Mozart, Berlioz, and Brahms illustrate the principles discussed, providing a comprehensive overview of the evolution and nuances of period performance.
The book provides a comprehensive examination of historical performance in a specific field, analyzing current challenges and trends while proposing potential future developments. It offers insights into how past events shape present circumstances and forecasts the evolution of the subject matter. Through a critical lens, the author engages with contemporary issues, making it a valuable resource for understanding the trajectory and future possibilities within the discipline.