| Summary: | "The definitive biography and critical study of the great 18th-century composer, this volume features full-chapter treatments of Rameau's operas and ballets as well as his chamber music, cantatas and motets, and minor works. Additional topics include acoustic and harmonic theories, links to Lully, and influence on Gluck. More than 300 musical examples, plus appendixes and indexes"--Provided by publisher.
"Definitive full-scale biography and critical study of great 18th-century composer Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764). Full chapter treatments of great operas and ballets as well as his chamber music, cantatas and motets, and minor works. Rameau's life and musical times, acoustic and harmonic theories, link to Lully, influence on Gluck and other interesting topics are also included. Numerous useful appendixes, indexes and an extensive bibliography. Over 300 musical examples"--Provided by publisher.
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