The Early Pianoforte

The Early Pianoforte

Author: Stewart Pollens

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1995-09-14

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 9780521417297

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This is the first comprehensive study of the history and technology of the early piano.


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Download or read book The Early Pianoforte written by Stewart Pollens and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1995-09-14 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first comprehensive study of the history and technology of the early piano.


Bartolomeo Cristofori and the Invention of the Piano

Bartolomeo Cristofori and the Invention of the Piano

Author: Stewart Pollens

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2017-08-03

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 110709657X

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The first comprehensive study of Bartolomeo Cristofori's working life, featuring detailed technical documentation about his instruments.


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Download or read book Bartolomeo Cristofori and the Invention of the Piano written by Stewart Pollens and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first comprehensive study of Bartolomeo Cristofori's working life, featuring detailed technical documentation about his instruments.


A History of Pianoforte Pedalling

A History of Pianoforte Pedalling

Author: David Rowland

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2004-08-19

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 9780521607513

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David Rowland traces the history of piano pedaling from its beginnings in the eighteenth century to its first maturity in the middle of the nineteenth century and beyond. Pedaling technique was a major feature of nineteenth-century piano performance and, coupled with new developments in piano structure, inspired many composers to write innovative works for the literature. Rowland examines this through the technique and music of composer-pianists such as Beethoven, Liszt, and Chopin and follows the transition from harpsichord and clavichord to piano. The book also includes an appendix of translated extracts from three well-known piano-pedaling tutors.


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Download or read book A History of Pianoforte Pedalling written by David Rowland and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2004-08-19 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Rowland traces the history of piano pedaling from its beginnings in the eighteenth century to its first maturity in the middle of the nineteenth century and beyond. Pedaling technique was a major feature of nineteenth-century piano performance and, coupled with new developments in piano structure, inspired many composers to write innovative works for the literature. Rowland examines this through the technique and music of composer-pianists such as Beethoven, Liszt, and Chopin and follows the transition from harpsichord and clavichord to piano. The book also includes an appendix of translated extracts from three well-known piano-pedaling tutors.


The Music of Life

The Music of Life

Author: Elizabeth Rusch

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-04-18

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 1481444859

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Award-winning biographer Elizabeth Rusch and two-time Caldecott Honor–recipient Marjorie Priceman team up to tell the inspiring story of the invention of the world’s most popular instrument: the piano. Bartolomeo Cristofori coaxes just the right sounds from the musical instruments he makes. Some of his keyboards can play piano, light and soft; others make forte notes ring out, strong and loud, but Cristofori longs to create an instrument that can be played both soft and loud. His talent has caught the attention of Prince Ferdinando de Medici, who wants his court to become the musical center of Italy. The prince brings Cristofori to the noisy city of Florence, where the goldsmiths’ tiny hammers whisper tink, tink and the blacksmiths’ big sledgehammers shout BANG, BANG! Could hammers be the key to the new instrument? At last Cristofori gets his creation just right. It is called the pianoforte, for what it can do. All around the world, people young and old can play the most intricate music of their lives, thanks to Bartolomeo Cristofori’s marvelous creation: the piano.


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Download or read book The Music of Life written by Elizabeth Rusch and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning biographer Elizabeth Rusch and two-time Caldecott Honor–recipient Marjorie Priceman team up to tell the inspiring story of the invention of the world’s most popular instrument: the piano. Bartolomeo Cristofori coaxes just the right sounds from the musical instruments he makes. Some of his keyboards can play piano, light and soft; others make forte notes ring out, strong and loud, but Cristofori longs to create an instrument that can be played both soft and loud. His talent has caught the attention of Prince Ferdinando de Medici, who wants his court to become the musical center of Italy. The prince brings Cristofori to the noisy city of Florence, where the goldsmiths’ tiny hammers whisper tink, tink and the blacksmiths’ big sledgehammers shout BANG, BANG! Could hammers be the key to the new instrument? At last Cristofori gets his creation just right. It is called the pianoforte, for what it can do. All around the world, people young and old can play the most intricate music of their lives, thanks to Bartolomeo Cristofori’s marvelous creation: the piano.


History of the American Pianoforte

History of the American Pianoforte

Author: Daniel Spillane

Publisher: New York : D. Spillane

Published: 1890

Total Pages: 460

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book History of the American Pianoforte written by Daniel Spillane and published by New York : D. Spillane. This book was released on 1890 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:


The Early Piano

The Early Piano

Author: C. F. Colt

Publisher: Stainer & Bell, Limited

Published: 1981

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book The Early Piano written by C. F. Colt and published by Stainer & Bell, Limited. This book was released on 1981 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:


Structural Novelty and Tradition in the Early Romantic Piano Concerto

Structural Novelty and Tradition in the Early Romantic Piano Concerto

Author: Stephan D. Lindeman

Publisher: Pendragon Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 9781576470008

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Lindeman, a musicologist, traces and defines the historical development of the concerto form as it passed from Mozart to succeeding generations. He then assesses Beethoven's contributions, and examines the classical model of the form in the early 19th century by overviewing several early romantic composers' works. Subsequent chapters analyze and assess the responses of five precursers of Schumann, whose work offers a synthesis of radical experiments and traditional tenets. He concludes by suggesting that concertos of Lizst offer a road into further developments of the genre in the second half of the century. Illustrated with bandw portraits of composers and excerpts from musical scores. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR


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Download or read book Structural Novelty and Tradition in the Early Romantic Piano Concerto written by Stephan D. Lindeman and published by Pendragon Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lindeman, a musicologist, traces and defines the historical development of the concerto form as it passed from Mozart to succeeding generations. He then assesses Beethoven's contributions, and examines the classical model of the form in the early 19th century by overviewing several early romantic composers' works. Subsequent chapters analyze and assess the responses of five precursers of Schumann, whose work offers a synthesis of radical experiments and traditional tenets. He concludes by suggesting that concertos of Lizst offer a road into further developments of the genre in the second half of the century. Illustrated with bandw portraits of composers and excerpts from musical scores. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR


The History of the Pianoforte

The History of the Pianoforte

Author: Edgar Brinsmead

Publisher:

Published: 1879

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book The History of the Pianoforte written by Edgar Brinsmead and published by . This book was released on 1879 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:


English Keyboard Music Before the Nineteenth Century

English Keyboard Music Before the Nineteenth Century

Author: John Caldwell

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1985-01-01

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 9780486248516

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English keyboard art from Robertsbridge Codex (c. 1325) to John Field. Illuminating coverage of organ, harpsichord, pianoforte, other instruments; works of Tallis, Byrd, Gibbons, Tomkins, many others. Bibliography.


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Download or read book English Keyboard Music Before the Nineteenth Century written by John Caldwell and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1985-01-01 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: English keyboard art from Robertsbridge Codex (c. 1325) to John Field. Illuminating coverage of organ, harpsichord, pianoforte, other instruments; works of Tallis, Byrd, Gibbons, Tomkins, many others. Bibliography.


Pianoforte

Pianoforte

Author: Dieter Hildebrandt

Publisher: Vintage

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13:

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Download or read book Pianoforte written by Dieter Hildebrandt and published by Vintage. This book was released on 1988 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: