Wagner and Beethoven Richard Wagner's Reception of Beethoven |
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Author:
| Kropfinger, Klaus |
Translator:
| Palmer, Peter |
ISBN: | 978-0-511-62726-2 |
Publication Date: | May 2010 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Digital download and online |
List Price: | USD $165.00 |
Book Description:
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This book analyses the lifelong impact of Beethoven's music on Wagner and its importance for his conception of music drama. Kropfinger charts and scrutinises Wagner's early responses to the composer and considers his experience as a conductor of Beethoven's music.
This book analyses the lifelong impact of Beethoven's music on Wagner and its importance for his conception of music drama. Kropfinger charts and scrutinises Wagner's early responses to the composer and considers his experience as a conductor of Beethoven's music.