Beethoven's Diabelli Variations (Studies in Musical Genesis, Structure, and Interpretation)

Kinderman, William

ISBN 10: 0195342364 / ISBN 13: 9780195342369

Published by Oxford University Press, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Beethoven's Diabelli Variations (Studies in Musical Genesis, Structure, and Interpretation)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195342364
• ISBN 13: 9780195342369
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine

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Synopsis

Kinderman's study of the compositional history of Beethoven's Diabelli Variations includes the first extended investigation and reconstruction of the sketches and drafts, and reveals, contrary to earlier views of its chronology, that it was actually begun in 1819, then put aside, and completed in 1822-3. Kinderman also provides an analytical discussion of the complete work, and he demonstrates how insights derived from a close study of the sketches can illuminate Beethoven's compositional ideas and attitudes and contribute substantially to a better understanding of this massive and complex set of variations.

About the Author

William Kinderman is Professor of Music at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His books include Beethoven (OUP, 1995), Artaria 195: Beethoven's Sketchbook for the Missa solemnis and the Piano Sonata in E Major, Opus 109, and Mozart's Piano Music (OUP, 2006), and he has written or edited numerous works on many other composers and pieces. An outstanding pianist, Kinderman has recorded Beethoven's Diabelli Variations and the last sonatas for Hyperion / Helios records; his acclaimed studio recording of the Diabelli Variations has recently been reissued together with a live lecture recital as a double CD on Arietta Records.