The Messiah (Classic Reprint): An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli, and Piano: An Oratorio for ... and Bass Soli, and Piano (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Handel, G. F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1333887523 ISBN 13: 9781333887520

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

This book, comprising a rich tapestry of historical context and evocative musical analysis, offers a journey through the iconic oratorio, Handel's Messiah. A profound masterpiece in the musical canon, the Messiah is meticulously examined within the book's pages. Exploring the work's genesis, the author delves into the heart of the cultural and religious climate that birthed this beloved masterpiece. They illuminate the oratorio's enduring impact on the musical landscape, tracing its influence on successive generations of composers and performers. Moving beyond a purely historical examination, the book provides a profound analysis of the Messiah's musical structure and thematic depth. The author expertly unpacks the intricacies of Handel's score, elucidating the interplay of voices, instruments, and harmonies. They explore the work's profound exploration of the human condition, examining themes of faith, hope, and redemption. By weaving together historical context, musical analysis, and cultural significance, this book offers a captivating exploration of Handel's Messiah. It reveals the enduring power of this musical masterpiece, showcasing its timeless ability to inspire and uplift.

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Excerpt from The Messiah: An Oratorio for Four-Part Chorus of Mixed Voices, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass Soli, and Piano

As the centuries have passed, a considerable number of vocal scores have, of course, been made after Handel's partition; notably that by Dr. Clarke (whitfield-clarke, and a later one by Vincent Novello. Their value, however, was more or less doubtful, their character being rather that of transcriptions in pianoforte style, with not infrequent arbitrary or capricious aberrations, than a faithful and exact reduction of the orchestral score Neither have the more recent editions of vocal scores based on the Mozart orchestra score, with its many contrapuntal charms, quite fulfilled ex pectations, as they materially increased the difficulty of the piano part.

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Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1333887523
• ISBN 13: 9781333887520
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 268
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