Classical Form - A Theory of Formal Functions for Instrumental Music of Haydn, Mozart

This book introduces a new theory of form for the analysis of instrumental music of the classical style. Focusing on formal function - the role a formal unit plays in the structural organization of a work - the theory provides a broad set of principles and a comprehensive methodology for the analysis of classical form - from the individual ideas making up various phrases of themes to the large-scale organization of complete movements. The book includes a detailed discussion of standard theme types, more extensive formal regions, and full-movement forms. The theoretical concepts are illustrated by over 250 annotated musical examples by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.

Product details

• Authors: William E. Caplin, William E. (Associate Professor of Music Caplin, William Earl Caplin
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2000
• EAN: 9780195143997
• ISBN: 978-0-19-514399-7
• No. of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 210 mm x 280 mm x 16 mm
• Series: Print on Demand
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Music; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Miscellaneous