Book cover for Classical music the era of Haydn  Mozart  and Beethoven
Description
He demonstrates the enormous diversity and constant change that characterized every aspect of music during this period.  By dividing his text into twenty-year spans, Downs is able to trace the development of musical style.  Within each span he looks at the social conditions and daily life of the musician, and the aesthetics and audience preferences in structures, performing combinations and styles.  The lesser composers, or Kleinmeister, are observed, since they are the most accurate mirrors of their times.  Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven receive full biographical scrutiny at each stage of their development.  Copious music examples and abundant illustrations are also provided.
Publisher W.W. Norton
ISBN10 039395191X
ISBN13 9780393951912
Number of Pages 677
File Size DL-479MB
Shelf Number GY610
Grade Range
Ages 18 - 99
Format Audio Plus Download, EPub Download