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The Beautiful in Music: A Contribution to the Revisal of Musical Aesthetics - Gyan Books
About The Book: The Beautiful in Music: A Contribution to the Revisal of Musical Aesthetics (1854) by Eduard Hanslick is a foundational text in music aesthetics. In it, Hanslick argues that music’s beauty lies in its formal structure—melody, harmony, and rhythm—rather than in its ability to express emotions or tell stories. He rejects the idea of music as a vehicle for extra-musical meaning, opposing the views of composers like Wagner and Liszt. Instead, he champions "absolute music," especially works by Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms. The book profoundly shaped modern music criticism, emphasizing intellectual appreciation over emotional interpretation in musical experience.
Author: Eduard Hanslick
Pages: 190
Edition: 1854
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