Les illusions musicales et la vérité sur l'expression by Johannès Weber

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Author Weber, Johannès, 1818-1902
Title Les illusions musicales et la vérité sur l'expression
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Summary "Les illusions musicales et la vérité sur l'expression" by Johannès Weber is a musical treatise likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores the nature of music, questioning conventional understanding and emphasizing its deeper emotional and communicative power. Weber critiques various musical philosophies and misconceptions about music’s role and impact, aiming to elevate the discourse around musical expression. The opening of the book introduces a preface that highlights the necessity for a revised edition due to high demand, indicating a history of prior success. Weber mentions the limitations of music education in France and the broader implications for musical art, emphasizing that music should not be viewed merely as a conventional art form but rather as a profound means of expression. He references notable figures such as Berlioz, challenging their assumptions about who truly understands music and laying the groundwork for a deeper analysis of musical interpretation and its subjective nature. Ultimately, the beginning sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the relationship between music, emotion, and cultural education. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Music -- Philosophy and aesthetics
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EBook-No. 44402
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Most Recently Updated Jun 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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