Caplin, William Earl, 1948-

Classical form : a theory of formal functions for the instrumental music of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven / William E. Caplin. - New York ; Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2000. - 320p. : music ; 28 cm.

Originally published: 1998.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This work introduces a theory of form for the analysis of instrumental music of the classical style. Focusing on formal function the theory provides a broad set of principles and a comprehensive methodology for the analysis of classical form.

Specialized.

9780195143997 (pbk.) : £25.00 019514399X (pbk.) : £25.00


Instrumental music--Analysis, Appreciation.
Musical form.

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