{"title":"Roy Howat","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoy Howat’s writings delve into the rich landscape of music and culture, with a special focus on piano repertoire. His works offer insightful exploration into the nuances of French piano music, blending scholarly analysis with a deep appreciation for artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful reflections that illuminate the intricate relationship between composer, performer, and audience. His books serve as a valuable companion for those intrigued by the art and history of piano music within the broader realm of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-art-of-french-piano-music-by-roy-howat-9780300213058","title":"The Art of French Piano Music","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn essential resource for scholars and performers, this study by a world-renowned specialist illuminates the piano music of four major French composers, in comparative and reciprocal context. \u003cem\u003eThe Art of French Piano Music\u003c\/em\u003e by Roy Howat explores the musical language and artistic ethos of this repertoire, juxtaposing structural analysis with editorial and performing issues. He also relates his four composers historically and stylistically to such predecessors as Chopin, Schumann, Liszt, the French harpsichord school, and Russian and Spanish music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChallenging long-held assumptions about performance practice, Howat elucidates the rhythmic vitality and invention inherent in French music. In granting Fauré and Chabrier equal consideration with Debussy and Ravel, he redresses a historic imbalance and reshapes our perceptions of this entire musical tradition. Outstanding historical documentation and analysis are supported by Howat’s direct references to performing traditions shaped by the composers themselves. The book balances accessibility with scholarly and analytic rigor, combining a lifetime’s scholarship with practical experience of teaching and the concert platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50519519658220,"sku":"9780300213058","price":80.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780300213058-the-art-of-french-piano-music-1.jpg?v=1790160907"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/roy-howat.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}