On Purity in Musical Art (1877)

By Anton Friedrich Justus Thibaut

Book Overview

On Purity In Musical Art is a book written by Anton Friedrich J. Thibaut and originally published in 1877. The book is a treatise on the concept of purity in music, exploring how music can be considered pure and what elements contribute to this purity. Thibaut discusses the importance of musical form, harmony, rhythm, melody, and expression in creating pure music, and argues that these elements must be carefully balanced in order to achieve a pure and harmonious effect. He also examines the role of the composer and performer in creating and interpreting pure music, and considers the influence of different musical traditions and styles on the concept of purity. Overall, On Purity In Musical Art is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the complex and multifaceted concept of musical purity, offering valuable insights for musicians, scholars, and music lovers 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: 1437088945
• ISBN13: 9781437088946
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"