Faust in Music the Faust-Theme in Dramatic Music, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): A Study of the Operas, Music-Dramas and Cantatas in the Faust-Theme - Couverture souple

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9781332434084: Faust in Music the Faust-Theme in Dramatic Music, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): A Study of the Operas, Music-Dramas and Cantatas in the Faust-Theme

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Explore the Faust theme through music history and drama. This concise scholarly study surveys how the Faust legend has inspired dramatic works across three major fields of music: stage drama, incidental scores, and pure music. Drawing on a broad historical arc, it traces the most influential settings and explains why composers from Spohr to Berlioz, Gounod, Liszt, Wagner, Boito, and beyond turned to Goethe’s story for inspiration.

Two short, accessible chapters frame the scope and value of the Faust motif in music. The author emphasizes chronological development and offers careful commentary on how each work reflects its era, audience, and artistic goals. Musical analysis is used selectively to illuminate a composer’s purpose without becoming a technical treatise.

- Understand the three categories of Faust-themed music: dramatic works, incidental scores, and purely musical settings.
- See how historical context shaped major operas, symphonic pieces, and concert works.
- Learn why certain translations, librettos, and stage practices affected reception and lasting influence.
- Compare how different composers interpret love, temptation, and moral choice within the same legend.

Ideal for readers of music history, opera studies, and readers curious about how literature and legend traverse the world of sound. This edition offers clear framing, chronological clarity, and a focused lens on the Faust theme in dramatic music.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332434088
ISBN 13: 9781332434084
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Nombre de pages: 127
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Faust in Music the Faust-Theme in Dramatic Music, Vol. 1: A Study of the Operas

Coit Roscoe Hoechst

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ISBN 10 : 1332434088 ISBN 13 : 9781332434084

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the musical interpretations of the Faust legend from the 17th century to the mid-19th century, providing a comprehensive overview of how composers have engaged with this captivating theme. The author examines the diverse approaches taken by prominent figures such as Spohr, Schumann, Berlioz, Gounod, and Boito, analyzing their operas, incidental music, and pure music compositions. Through detailed musical analysis and historical context, the book explores the ways in which these composers interpreted the legend's themes of human desire, the supernatural, and the search for fulfillment. It sheds light on the evolution of musical styles and techniques used to portray the complexities of the Faust story, offering valuable insights into the creative process and the enduring power of this timeless legend. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332434084_0

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