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Shostakovich's Preludes and Fugues
Contexts, Style, Performance
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Ideal for music scholars, pianists, and informed listeners interested in Russian music, Soviet cultural history, and the intricate artistry of Shostakovich's piano compositions.
This is the first book-length study of Shostakovich's Twenty-Four Preludes and Fugues for piano, Opus 87. Mark Mazullo explains the cultural context in which Shostakovich composed, relates the cycle to piano works (by Bach, Hindemith, and others), and offers individual commentaries on each of the Preludes and Fugues.
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This is the first book-length study of Shostakovich's Twenty-Four Preludes and Fugues for piano, Opus 87. Mark Mazullo explains the cultural context in which Shostakovich composed, relates the cycle to piano works (by Bach, Hindemith, and others), and offers individual commentaries on each of the Preludes and Fugues.
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Praised for its engaging and illuminating analysis, the book empowers performers and listeners alike to deeply engage with Shostakovich's work. Scholars of Russian music and enthusiasts of Soviet cultural life will find it stimulating and attractively written. Reviewers highlight the book's clear style, insightful commentary, and its ability to bring the music vividly to life.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780300149432
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 July 2010
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Illustration: 94 music ex., 2 illus.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 27.0mm
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 649g
Pages: 304
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About the Author
Mark Mazullo is Associate Professor and Chair of the Music Department at Macalester College.
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