Berlioz's Orchestration Treatise: A Translation and Commentary by Berlioz Berlio

Description: Berlioz's Orchestration Treatise: A Translation and Commentary by Berlioz Berlioz Berlioz's Orchestration Treatise (1843) is a classic textbook by a master of the orchestra, which has not been available in English translation for over a century. This is a book by and about Berlioz, since it provides not only a new translation but also an extensive commentary on his text, dealing with the instruments of Berlioz's time and comparing his instruction with his practice. It is thus a study of the high craft of the most distinctive orchestrator of the nineteenth century. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Berliozs Orchestration Treatise is a classic textbook which has been used as a guide to orchestration and as a source book for the understanding both of Berliozs music and of orchestral practice in the nineteenth century. This was the first English translation of Berliozs complete text since 1856, and it is accompanied throughout by Hugh Macdonalds extensive and authoritative commentary on the instruments of Berliozs time and on his own orchestral practice, as revealed in his scores. It also includes extracts from Berliozs writings on instruments in his Memoirs and in his many articles for the Parisian press. The Treatise has been highly valued both for its technical information about instruments but also for its poetic and visionary approach to the art of instrumentation. Berlioz was not only one of the great orchestrators of the nineteenth century, he was also the author with the clearest understanding of the art. Notes Berlioz’s Orchestration Treatise (1843) is a classic textbook by a master of the orchestra, which has not been available in English translation for over a century. This is a book both by and about Berlioz, since it provides not only a translation but also an extensive commentary on his text, dealing with the instruments of Berlioz’s time and comparing his instruction with his practice. It is thus a study of the high craft of the most distinctive orchestrator of the nineteenth century. Author Biography Hugh Macdonald is Avis Blewett Professor of Music at Washington University, St Louis. He has been General Editor of the New Berlioz Edition since its inception in 1967. He has edited The Selected Letters of Berlioz (1995) and Volumes IV, V, VI, VII, and VIII of the Berlioz Correspondance generale (1992- ). He is also author of Skryabin (1978) and Berlioz (1982). Table of Contents List of illustrations; Preface; A note on the edition; A note on the translation; Acknowledgements; List of abbreviations; The Treatise; Introduction; 1. Bowed strings; 2. Plucked strings; 3. Strings with keyboard; 4. Wind: introduction; 5. Wind with reeds; 6. Wind without reeds; 7. Wind with keyboard; 8. Brass with mouthpiece; 9. Woodwind with mouthpiece; 10. Voices; 11. Pitched percussion; 12. Unpitched percussion; 13. New instruments; 14. The orchestra; 15. The conductor and his art; Appendix: Berliozs writing on instruments; Bibliography; General index; Index of Berliozs works. Review "When I received the book, I confidently expected a good modern translation of this seminal work on orchestration and an informative commentary. My expectations were exceeded in both respects. A better translation and commentary than the present one can scarcely be imagined. Indeed, as far as commentary is concerned, this book is an essential reference tool for scholars of every nationality and for all performers of Berliozs music." Journal of Musicological Research Review Quote "When I received the book, I confidently expected a good modern translation of this seminal work on orchestration and an informative commentary. My expectations were exceeded in both respects. A better translation and commentary than the present one can scarcely be imagined. Indeed, as far as commentary is concerned, this book is an essential reference tool for scholars of every nationality and for all performers of Berliozs music." Journal of Musicological Research Promotional "Headline" Provides both a translation and detailed commentary on Berliozs own practice as an orchestrator. Description for Bookstore This is a book both by and about Berlioz, providing not only a translation but also an extensive commentary on his text, dealing with the instruments of Berliozs time and comparing his instruction with his practice. Description for Library This is a book both by and about Berlioz, providing not only a translation but also an extensive commentary on his text, dealing with the instruments of Berliozs time and comparing his instruction with his practice. Details ISBN0521036119 Short Title BERLIOZS ORCHESTRATION TREATIS Pages 432 Publisher Cambridge University Press Series Cambridge Musical Texts and Monographs Language English ISBN-10 0521036119 ISBN-13 9780521036115 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 781.374 Year 2007 Publication Date 2007-05-31 Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle A Translation and Commentary Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Hugh Macdonald Birth 1940 Edition 1st Author Berlioz Berlioz Illustrations 187 Printed music items; 13 Halftones, unspecified DOI 10.1604/9780521036115 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 2007-04-23 AU Release Date 2007-04-23 NZ Release Date 2007-04-23 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91385401;

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