von Louis Laloy
37,00 €
Rameau (1908) is a book written by Louis Laloy, which provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of the French composer Jean-Philippe Rameau. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Rameau's life and the second part analyzing his music.In the first part, Laloy explores Rameau's upbringing, education, and early career as a musician. He also delves into Rameau's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues. Laloy provides a detailed analysis of Rameau's compositions, including his operas, ballets, and keyboard works.In the second part of the book, Laloy examines Rameau's music in greater detail. He analyzes Rameau's use of harmony, melody, and rhythm, and explores the composer's innovative approach to musical form. Laloy also discusses Rameau's influence on later composers, including Debussy and Ravel.Overall, Rameau (1908) is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important composers of the Baroque era. Laloy's meticulous research and analysis make this book an essential read for anyone interested in the history of classical music.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.