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"... is and will remain unsurpassed as the study dealing with performance practice as it pertains to keyboard music of the Classical period." -- American Music Teacher

"Rosenblum's monumental achievement is thorough, objective, balanced, and imaginative, a compelling blend of love and respect for the solo, chamber, and concerto literature she addresses." -- Journal of Musicological Research

"The extent and quality of her research, the depth of her perception, and her musicianship together break new ground in the study of historic performance practice." -- Early Keyboard Journal

"Her attention to details is absolutely scrupulous; no stone unturned, no argument unquestioned or unstated." -- The Musical Times

"Its importance to thoughtful musicians cannot be overstated." -- Choice

"... thoroughly musicological." -- Performance Practice Review

"... indispensable... " -- New York Times

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #257745 in Books
• Published on: 1991-09-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 544 pages

About the Author

Sandra P. Rosenblum has lectured widely on performance practices at universities, schools of music, and both national and international conferences. The author of numerous journal articles and of editions of sonatas by Scarlatti and Clementi, Ms. Rosenblum holds degrees from Wellesley College and Harvard University. She has been the recipient of fellowships from the American Council of Learned Societies and the Radcliffe Institute. Her present research is on the music of Chopin.

Customer Reviews

The ultimate reference book
This is one of the finest books ever written on classical piano music. It is a valuable resource to any pianist wishing to make informed decisions on ornamentation, articulation, and all aspects of classical style. Thank you Dr. Rosenblum for your monumental work.