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Paul Hindemith and Neue Sachlichkeit: Zeitoper in the Weimar Republic

The focus of this study will be the impact of Neue Sachlichkeit on Zeitoper, specifically its influence upon Hindemith's operatic output. The purpose of this paper is not to.subject these works to detailed musical analysis, but rather to place Hindemith's Zeitopern in historical perspective, examining how they were influenced by and mirrored the aesthetic atmosphere of the Weimar Republic.

Date: May 1992

Creator: Kresge, Kristine Helene

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Solo Trombone Performances at the Gewandhaus in the Nineteenth Century: a Lecture Recital, Together with Three Recitals of Selected Works of G. Jacobs, S. Sulek, E. Bloch, C. Wagenseil, W. Ross, G. Pergolesi, T. George, F. Hidas, J. Albrechtsberger and Others

This study investigates and documents tenor/bass trombone solo performances at the Gewandhaus, Leipzig, East Germany, between 1821 and 1876. Included is the discussion of a newly discovered composition, the Concertino fur Bassposaune und Orchester, by Carl Heinrlch Meyer, which is the earliest concerto for the tenor/bass trombone. Its performance at the Gewandhaus in 1821 marked the beginning of the solo tradition for the tenor/bass trombone, and the Leipzig Gewandhaus became one of the leading… more

Date: May 1989

Creator: Lewis, Michael E. (Michael Edward), 1952-

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J. S. Bach Cantata No. 52: An Analysis for Performance

This paper analyzes Johann Sebastian Bach's Cantata No. 52, Falsche Welt, dir trau' ich nicht. Janette Cook Williams presents findings on the evolution of the sacred solo cantata and examines the style of Bach's work.

Date: May 1975

Creator: Williams, Janette Cook

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A Study of Seventeen German Protestant Chorales

German Chorales is a great resource of church music in use today. This study investigate the Seventeen German Protestant Chorales. The researcher hoped that the important work of reviving the invaluable source of inspiration and sacred song will continue and grow.

Date: May 1971

Creator: Petrash, David L.

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An Analysis of the Hindemith Sonata for Double Bass and Piano, for Performance Purposes

This paper analyzes composer Paul Hindemith's Sonata for Double Bass and Piano and provides conclusions about how to interpret the movements in performance as well as the compositional techniques used by Hindemith to create them.

Date: August 1972

Creator: Jacobson, Harry P.

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Some Acoustical Considerations in the Design of the Contemporary Organ Case

This paper discusses the historical roots, placement, shape, and materials and methods in the construction of the contemporary organ case. James W. Kibbie explores the acoustical considerations of its design and how these are reflected in the finished product.

Date: August 1972

Creator: Kibbie, James W.

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Some Influences of the Organ Reform Movement on the Instruments of Texas

This paper explores the impact of the organ reform movement on the construction of organs in Texas. E. Dean Beasley also explores the possibilities of further reform for the instrument.

Date: December 1972

Creator: Beasley, E. Dean

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The Physical Development of the Bassoon

This paper explores the history of the bassoon and its construction. Bob A. Sparks analyzes its evolution over time, from the versions created in France and Germany to the bassoon of the twentieth century.

Date: August 1973

Creator: Sparks, Bob A.

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Some Influences of French Classical Organ Music Upon the Chorale Partita Auf Meinen Lieben Gott by Georg Böhm

This paper discusses how German composer Georg Böhm was influenced by French classical organ music, and how this style is reflected in Böhm's chorale partita Auf Meinen Lieben Gott.

Date: December 1973

Creator: Schaper, Victor D.

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A Study of the Folk-Song and Poetic Influences in the Piano Music of Brahms

This paper highlight the history of the German folk-song and its influence on the work of composer Johannes Brahms. Barbara Gilbert Williams discusses the rise, fall, and rival of the folk-song as an art form and how it and poetry is incorporated into Brahms's compositions.

Date: August 1979

Creator: Williams, Barbara Gilbert

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Paul Hindemith and Neue Sachlichkeit: Zeitoper in the Weimar Republic

Solo Trombone Performances at the Gewandhaus in the Nineteenth Century: a Lecture Recital, Together with Three Recitals of Selected Works of G. Jacobs, S. Sulek, E. Bloch, C. Wagenseil, W. Ross, G. Pergolesi, T. George, F. Hidas, J. Albrechtsberger and Others

J. S. Bach Cantata No. 52: An Analysis for Performance

A Study of Seventeen German Protestant Chorales

An Analysis of the Hindemith Sonata for Double Bass and Piano, for Performance Purposes

Some Acoustical Considerations in the Design of the Contemporary Organ Case

Some Influences of the Organ Reform Movement on the Instruments of Texas

The Physical Development of the Bassoon

Some Influences of French Classical Organ Music Upon the Chorale Partita Auf Meinen Lieben Gott by Georg Böhm

A Study of the Folk-Song and Poetic Influences in the Piano Music of Brahms