Browsing Department of Music by Subject "Sonata"
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Charles Griffes's Piano Sonata as Emblematic of Mature Style
(2022-07-11)Composer Charles Tomlinson Griffes has had many labels placed upon him as an early figure of 20th century music in America, most of which place much weight on his American nationality within the context of musical trends ... -
SCHUBERT AND HIS ILLUSTRIOUS REPETITIVE NATURE
(2021-08-16)Schubert’s music is renowned for its repetitive nature; many critics like Dr. Joshua Drake think this is a negative trait of his compositions. When speaking on Schubert’s strengths and weaknesses, Dr. Drake states, “Haydn's ... -
“STYLE WITHIN STYLE”: CHOPIN’S USE OF SMALLER-FORM STYLES USED IN HIS SONATA-FORM WORKS
(2021-05-09)Frédéric Chopin is widely renowned for his standalone piano works, namely his nocturnes, mazurkas, and polonaises. Many contend Chopin was better suited for salon music and should not have attempted sonata-form pieces for ...