A History Of The Pianoforte And Pianoforte Players (1899) - Oskar Bie - Bog

""A History Of The Pianoforte And Pianoforte Players"" is a comprehensive book written by Oskar Bie in 1899. The book explores the history of the pianoforte, a musical instrument that has been a staple in Western music for centuries. Bie delves into the origins of the pianoforte, tracing its development from the clavichord and harpsichord to the modern-day piano. Bie also provides an in-depth analysis of the technical aspects of the pianoforte, including its construction, tuning, and playing techniques. He discusses the various styles and schools of pianoforte playing, from the early Baroque period to the Romantic era. Throughout the book, Bie highlights the contributions of famous pianoforte players, such as Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. He examines their unique playing styles and techniques, and how they influenced the development of pianoforte music. Overall, ""A History Of The Pianoforte And Pianoforte Players"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the pianoforte. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of classical music and the important role that the pianoforte has played in shaping it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.