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posted on 2023-03-14, 23:31authored byRoxburgh, John David
This paper is an examination of Shostakovich’s Viola Sonata, op. 147, for developing a stylistically informed performance practice. It is divided into three parts: The first is an investigation of symbolism present within the work itself; the second a comparative analysis of recordings; and the third a discussion of how the author uses these approaches to make performance decisions. The first aspect looks to the score itself to identify quotations of and allusions to other works, and considers the reasoning for this. The second analyses string choice and tempo of recordings to consider how these might reflect symbolic considerations. The third part discusses specific performance decisions, and the reasons on which they are based.
History
Copyright Date
2013-01-01
Date of Award
2013-01-01
Publisher
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
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Author Retains Copyright
Degree Discipline
Musical Arts
Degree Grantor
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Degree Level
Masters
Degree Name
Master of Music
ANZSRC Type Of Activity code
970120 Expanding Knowledge in Languages, Communication and Culture