Beethoven and His Forerunners by Daniel Gregory Mason

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Author Mason, Daniel Gregory, 1873-1953
Title Beethoven and His Forerunners
Contents The periods of musical history -- Palestrina and the music of mysticism -- The modern spirit -- The principles of pure music -- Haydn -- Mozart -- Beethoven -- Beethoven (continued) -- Conclusion.
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Summary "Beethoven and His Forerunners" by Daniel Gregory Mason is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the evolution of music leading up to Beethoven, examining significant figures and stylistic developments that shaped the musical landscape of his time. The book delves into musical history through various periods, offering insights into how earlier composers laid the groundwork for Beethoven's unique contributions to music. At the start of the text, Mason introduces the concept of musical evolution in the context of historical understanding, emphasizing the shift from a fragmented perception of events to a more connected, evolutionary view. He outlines the principles underlying the development of music, specifically focusing on how music progresses through various phases—from the primitive and simple to more sophisticated forms—highlighting the significance of composers like Palestrina, Bach, and ultimately Beethoven. This opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Beethoven's artistic legacy, contextualizing his work within the broader evolutionary narrative of western music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827
Subject Music -- 19th century -- History and criticism
Subject Music -- 18th century -- History and criticism
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