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Early Music Influences In Paul Hindemith's Compositions For The Viola, Domenico L. Trombetta
Early Music Influences In Paul Hindemith's Compositions For The Viola, Domenico L. Trombetta
Dissertations, 2014-2019
It is widely recognized that several of Paul Hindemith’s compositions display a significant use of early music forms and techniques. Yet, the scholarly literature in English focusing specifically on the influence of early music on Hindemith’s works for the viola is limited. Thus, through a discussion of selected works for solo viola and viola and orchestra, with a concentration on the two finales of the solo viola sonatas op. 11, no. 5, and op. 31, no. 4, the viola concerto Der Schwanendreher, and the Trauermusik for viola and strings, this document investigates the impact of early music on Hindemith’s …