A Handbook To Chopin's Works (1905)

By George Charles Ashton Jonson

Book Overview

A Handbook To Chopin's Works is a comprehensive guide to the music of the renowned composer Fr�����d�����ric Chopin, written by George Charles Ashton Jonson and originally published in 1905. The book is intended as a detailed reference for both musicians and music lovers, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on each of Chopin's compositions. The book is organized chronologically, beginning with Chopin's earliest works and progressing through his entire oeuvre. Each composition is given its own chapter, with detailed information on its history, structure, style, and performance considerations. The book also includes biographical information on Chopin, as well as a discussion of his musical influences and legacy.Throughout the book, Jonson provides musical examples and illustrations to help readers better understand Chopin's music. He also includes a glossary of musical terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, A Handbook To Chopin's Works is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the music of this great composer. Its detailed analysis and insightful commentary make it a must-read for musicians, music scholars, and Chopin enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165271273
• ISBN13: 9781165271276
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"