Shostakovich in Dialogue

Form, Imagery and Ideas in Quartets 1-7

Autori

• Judith Kuhn

Parametri

• 314 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura

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Kuhn delves into the historical and biographical contexts of Shostakovich's quartets, exploring the cultural issues surrounding their creation. She reviews their reception history and critically analyzes their architectural and harmonic characteristics using Sonata Theory. This fresh analytical approach reveals the quartets as significant contributors to both Soviet and Western cultural discussions, showcasing Shostakovich's mastery of form and ensuring their relevance for contemporary audiences.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

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