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100 1 _aSaint-Saëns, Camille,
_d1835-1921
245 1 0 _aOn the Execution of Music, and Principally of Ancient Music
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-11-07
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif
520 _a"On the Execution of Music, and Principally of Ancient Music" by M. Camille Saint-Saëns is a scholarly treatise on the interpretation and performance of music, particularly focusing on ancient and early music styles. Written in the early 20th century, this work emerges from the rich tradition of music theory and historical practice, positioning itself within the context of the music scene during that time. The book explores the complexities of interpreting early music, addressing the evolution of musical notation and execution practices throughout history. In this work, Saint-Saëns presents an in-depth analysis of how music has been performed over the centuries, critiquing contemporary interpretations that stray from the composers' original intentions. He discusses the evolution of musical forms and practices, including the notation used in early music, the characteristics of performance styles, and the significance of understanding historical context to execute the music authentically. Through scholarly examination and personal anecdotes, Saint-Saëns argues for a more nuanced and knowledgeable approach to performing pieces from the likes of Palestrina, Bach, and Mozart, highlighting the importance of fidelity to the composer's original style to preserve the integrity of the music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMusic appreciation
653 _aGregorian chants -- History and criticism
700 1 _aBowie, Henry P.,
_d1848-1921
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30412
999 _c71258
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