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Artaria 195: Beethoven'S Sketchbook For The Missa Solemnis And The Piano Sonata In E Major, Opus 109 (3 Vols.) (Beethoven Sketch
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A Primary Source For Beethoven Scholarship Revealing The Creative Processes Of One Of The Greatest Masters Of Musical Art, This Threevolume Set Makes Available In Print For The First Time Artaria 195, The Largeformat Sketchbook And Central Document For Beethoven'S Compositional Activity During 1820.Artaria 195 Includes Sketches For Two Of Beethoven'S Masterpieces: The Piano Sonata In E Major, Op. 109, And The Missa Solemnis, Op. 123. It Also Preserves Beethoven'S Work On The Bagatelles Op. 119, Nos. 711, And Other Unknown Brief Piano Pieces.Beethoven'S Sketchbooks Were His Workshop. Capturing The Methods He Used To Craft His Ideas Into Art, They Reveal His Complex Creativity And Offer Rich Material For Examining His Revision Process. Variations In His Entries Reflect The Range Of His Musical Moods And Offer Clues About The Circumstances Of Composition. His Notes And Shorthand Can Illuminate The Ways He Expanded And Refined Ideas, Clarify Biographical Or Musical Mysteries, Or Call Attention To Deliberate Links Between Compositions.This Edition Includes A Fullscale Color Facsimile Of This Major Sketchbook, Which Will Allow Scholars To Distinguish Between Shades Of Ink And Pencil Markings And Discern Layers Of Notations For Beethoven'S Works In Progress. Beethoven'S Handwriting Is Fascinating, But Also Puzzling And Idiosyncratic. William Kinderman Has Fully Deciphered And Annotated The Sketchbook In The Transcription Volume. His Analyses And Discoveries Are Revealed In The Separate Booklength Commentary, Which Serves As A Guide For Users As They Compare The Sketchbook With The Transcriptions. Kinderman Explores All Other Sources Used By Beethoven While Artaria 195 Was In Use, And Provides Detailed Inspection Of The Evolution And Style Of This Remarkable Music. New Light Is Shed On The Genesis Of His Last Three Piano Sonatas, And Revealing Perspectives Emerge On The Psychology Of His Creative Process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Artaria 195: Beethoven's Sketchbook? A: Artaria 195 is primarily a scholarly resource that reveals Beethoven's creative processes, showcasing sketches related to significant works such as the Piano Sonata in E Major, Op. 109, and the Missa solemnis, Op. 123.
- Q: Who is the author of this annotated edition? A: The author of this annotated edition is William Kinderman, who has meticulously deciphered and annotated the sketches.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages are included in this three-volume set? A: The three-volume set contains a total of 396 pages.
- Q: What insights does this sketchbook provide about Beethoven's creative process? A: The sketchbook provides insights into Beethoven's revision methods, his evolving musical ideas, and the psychological aspects of his creativity, as it captures the variations in his musical moods and composition circumstances.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for both scholars and general readers? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for both scholars seeking detailed analysis and general readers interested in Beethoven's music and creative methods.
- Q: What unique features does this edition offer? A: This edition includes a full-scale color facsimile of the sketchbook, allowing readers to see the nuances of Beethoven's markings and annotations.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This annotated edition was published on June 4, 2003.
- Q: What is the significance of Artaria 195 in Beethoven's work? A: Artaria 195 is significant as it serves as a central document for Beethoven's compositional activity during 1820, providing context and understanding of his masterpieces.
- Q: Can the commentary by William Kinderman be used independently of the sketchbook? A: Yes, William Kinderman's commentary serves as a guide and can be used independently to understand Beethoven's creative process and the evolution of his compositions.