Beethoven: The 'Moonlight' and Other Sonatas, Op. 27 and Op. 31

by Timothy Jones

Book Overview

Even in Beethoven's day everyone was talking about the Moonlight Sonata. This is a comprehensive introduction to Beethoven's most popular piano sonata, together with the four other sonatas in Op. 27 and Op. 31. Aimed at pianists, students and music lovers, it gives an account of the sonatas' historical background, their changing performance styles, and offers an accessible critical introduction to the music.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521598591
• ISBN13: 9780521598590
• Release Date: November 1999
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"