The Aesthetics Of Pianoforte Playing

By Adolph Kullak

""The Aesthetics Of Pianoforte Playing"" by Adolph Kullak is a comprehensive guidebook for pianists of all levels seeking to improve their playing. Kullak delves into the art of playing the piano, exploring the technical and musical aspects of the instrument in great detail. The book covers a wide range of topics, including finger technique, tone production, phrasing, interpretation, and musical expression. Kullak provides numerous exercises and examples to help pianists develop their skills and refine their playing. He also discusses the history and evolution of the piano, as well as the role of the performer in the musical world. Written in a clear and engaging style, ""The Aesthetics Of Pianoforte Playing"" is a valuable resource for pianists looking to enhance their playing and deepen their understanding of the instrument.One of the most revered of the vintage piano pedagogical works, revised and updated from its original mid-19th-century incarnation. Part I. The Idea in General: Importance and Peculiarities of the Pianoforte, History of Virtuosity, Historical Review of Piano Playing Methods; Part II. The Presentation of the Beautiful in Pianoforte Playing: On Technique, On the Rendering.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: 1162971738
• ISBN13: 9781162971735
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"