Theory and practice : the great composer as student and teacher

Theory and practice : the great composer as student and teacher / Alfred Mann.

Author/creator	Mann, Alfred, 1917-2006
Included Work	Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827. Works. Selections. 1987.
Format	Book and Print
Edition	First edition.
Publication Info	New York : W. W. Norton & Company, 1987.
Description	viii, 167 pages : facsimiles, music ; 26 cm
Subject(s)	Music theory--18th century --History. Music theory--19th century --History. Composition (Music) Music--18th century --History and criticism. Music--19th century --History and criticism.

Contents	The rise of conventional theory -- Bach and Handel. Handel's lessons for Princess Anne: thoroughbass and fugue -- Haydn and Mozart. Classical studies in polyphony -- Beethoven and Schubert. Beethoven's studies with Haydn: counterpoint ; Schubert's lesson with Sechter: fugal answer -- The decline of conventional theory.
Abstract	Discusses the traditional theories of harmony and counterpoint, describes the teachings of Bach, Handel, Hadyn, and Mozart, and looks at the education of Schubert and Beethoven.
General note	Includes photoreprint of holograph Beethoven's composition studies written under Haydn's direction.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical notes and index.
LCCN	86012584
ISBN	0393023524

Library	Location	Call Number	Status	Item Actions
Music	Music Stacks	ML430 .M28 1987	✔ Available	Place Hold