Author

Publication

2006-12-31 - University of Rochester Press

Language

English

Word Count

80,000 words, Guess

Page Count

320 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

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Description

"Matthew Brown's Explaining Tonality: Schenkerian Theory and Beyond considers a number of disparate ways in which functional tonality has been understood. In particular, it focuses on the comprehensive theory developed by Heinrich Schenker in his monumental three-part treatise Neue musikalische Theorien und Phantasien (1906-35)." "Along the way, the book explores six methodological criteria that help in building, testing, and evaluating a plausible theory of tonality or, indeed, any other musical phenomenon: accuracy, scope, fruitfulness, consistency, simplicity, and coherence. It reveals how understanding the tonality of a piece can shed light on other aspects of musical composition. And, in conclusion, it describes some ways in which Schenkerian theory might fruitfully develop in the future."--Jacket.

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Other Editions

  • Explaining Tonality: Schenkerian Theory and Beyond (Eastman Studies in Music)HardcoverUniversity of Rochester Press2006-12-31

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