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Bach s Keyboard Music: A Listener s Guide (Unlocking the Masters)
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Along with Beethoven s sonatas and the purely idiomatic works for piano of Chopin and Debussy, the solo keyboard music of Johann Sebastian Bach represents the heart of the pianist s repertory; in the more specialized field of music for the organ, Bach s primacy seems beyond challenge. This listener s guide to Bach s music for the keyboard provides the interested amateur with a close but nontechnical look at these two crucial parts of the master s oeuvre. The composer s tendency to work exhaustively in tightly structured formats such as the 48 preludes and fugues of The WellTempered Clavier provides a natural framework for this study; but the power, beauty, high polish, and occasionally the sheer strangeness of Bach s imagination are carefully examined as well.
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- Q: What is the focus of 'Bach's Keyboard Music - A Listener's Guide'? A: The book focuses on the solo keyboard music of Johann Sebastian Bach and his works for organ, providing a close and accessible examination for amateur listeners.
- Q: Who is the author of this guide? A: The author of 'Bach's Keyboard Music - A Listener's Guide' is Victor Lederer.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 1, 2010.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the guide is written for interested amateurs, making it accessible for beginners who want to understand Bach's keyboard music.
- Q: Does the book include technical music theory? A: No, the guide provides a close look at Bach's music without delving into technical music theory, making it approachable for general readers.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include Bach's structured formats, the power and beauty of his compositions, and the uniqueness of his musical imagination.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding Bach's organ works? A: Yes, the guide covers both Bach's keyboard and organ music, providing insights into both areas of his oeuvre.
- Q: Is this book considered a part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the 'Unlocking the Masters' series, which aims to make classical music more accessible to listeners.