Classical form : a theory of formal functions for the instrumental music of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven
William Earl Caplin (Author)
Introducing a new theory of musical form for the analysis of instrumental music of the classical style. The book provides a broad set of principles and a comprehensive methodology for analysing phrases and themes to complete movements. Illustrated with over 250 annotated musical examples by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven
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9781602561212, 9780195104806, 9780195355758, 9781423759218, 9781280452642, 9786610452644, 9780199881758, 1602561214, 0195104803, 019535575X, 1423759214, 1280452641, 6610452644, 0199881758
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1. Some Basic Formal Functions: An Overview
2. Fundamental Progressions of Harmony
3. Sentence
4. Period
5. Hybrid Themes and Compound Themes
6. Small Ternary
7. Small Binary
8. Subordinate Theme
9. Transition
10. Development
11. Recapitulation
12. Coda
13. Sonata Form
14. Slow-Movement Forms
15. Minuet/Trio Form
16. Rondo Forms
17. Concerto Form
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