Edvard Grieg and His Songs
“Edvard Grieg and His Songs” by Sandra Jarrett, published by Taylor & Francis Group on March 31, 2021, offers an in-depth examination of the life and works of composer Edvard Grieg. This edition spans 168 pages and is presented in English. The book focuses on fifty of Grieg’s most significant songs, which are recognized for their sophistication and innovation, providing insights into his broader musical contributions, including his impressionistic style and use of folk music.
Readers will find detailed discussions of each song, including translations of the lyrics and analyses of the poems. The book also explores the structure of the songs, covering aspects such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and accompaniment, along with suggestions for interpretation. Additionally, it includes a brief biography of Grieg and a chapter dedicated to his songwriting techniques, making it a comprehensive resource for those interested in music history and criticism, as well as cognitive psychology related to music.
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Originally published in 2003, Edvard Grieg and his Songs examines the lifetime of Edvard Grieg. His songs were among his most popular and well-known works and both historians and critics have seen in them, Grieg at his most sophisticated and innovative. Important in and of themselves, the songs also illuminate critical aspects of his other works such as his musical impressionism, his use of folk music as a source of inspiration, and his novel approach towards harmony. Fifty of Grieg’s most important songs form the focus of this book. Each song is discussed individually and within the wider context of the composer’s output. The book provides a translation of the lyrics, and analysis of the poem and a description of the song’s form, melody, tessitura, harmony, rhythm and accompaniment, together with suggestions for interpretation. In addition to this, the book gives a brief biography of Grieg, with a chapter that analyses his approach to song writing.
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