Description
Book SynopsisProposes a synthesis of approaches to musical narrative from literary criticism, semiotics, historiography, musicology, and music theory, resulting in an reorientation of the field. This volume includes a survey of traditional approaches to musical narrative, and a delineation of the elements and preconditions of musical narrative organization.
Trade ReviewA Theory of Musical Narrative is an impressive and thought-provoking study which includes many fascinating ideas and insights as well as a comprehensive critique of previous literature.
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[N]atural, elegant, and convincing . . . a must for all music theory collections. Summing Up: Essential. Upper-division undergraduates through researchers and faculty.
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Table of ContentsContents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part 1. A Theory of Musical Narrative
1. An Introduction to Narrative Analysis: Chopin's Prelude in G Major, Op. 28, No. 3
2. Perspectives and Critiques
3. A Theory of Musical Narrative: Conceptual Considerations
4. A Theory of Musical Narrative: Analytical Considerations
5. Narrative and Topic
Part 2. Archetypal Narratives and Phases
6. Romance Narratives and Micznik's Degrees of Narrativity
7. Tragic Narratives: An Extended Analysis of Schubert, Piano Sonata in B-flat Major, D. 960, First Movement
8. Ironic Narratives: Subtypes and Phases
9. Comic Narratives and Discursive Strategies
10. Summary and Conclusion
Glossary
Notes
Bibliography
Index
