Musical Interpretation: Its Laws and Principles, and Their Application in Teaching and Performing (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Tobias Matthay

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0666756392 ISBN 13: 9780666756398

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the Laws and Principles Behind Musical Interpretation

This edition presents Tobias Matthay’s approach to teaching and performing, focused on rhythm, tone, and expressive phrasing from the pianist’s perspective. Learn how good practice and thoughtful listening shape powerful musical communication.

This work explains how to move beyond mechanical technique toward true understanding—helping teachers and students think, analyze, and apply essential concepts like rhythm, rubato, tempo, and pedal use. It covers practical methods for shaping musical phrases, developing a reliable sense of time, and using touch and tone to convey emotion with clarity and control.

• How to structure practice for real learning, not just repetition
• The true nature of rhythm, progression, and musical shape in performance
• Rubato, tempo control, and tonal color as tools for expression
• Guidance on touch, fingering, pedaling, and memorizing to support musical goals

Ideal for music-teachers, aspiring performers, and serious students who want a disciplined, thoughtful path to artistry. If you’re interested in the craft behind expressive playing and effective pedagogy, this edition offers clear, applicable guidance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0666756392
• ISBN 13: 9780666756398
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 184