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The 36 Fantasias for Keyboard (Dover Classical Piano Music)

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"One of the most delightful facets of his particular talent is seen in the Fantasies. . . . These Rococo miniatures have a lively opening section with light and clear-textured writing, a brief slow section in homophonic style, and then a return to the initial section." — Gillespie, Five Centuries of Keyboard Music. Widely regarded as one of the most important German composers of the early and middle eighteenth century, Telemann (1681–1767) was a highly skilled contrapuntist with excellent technical mastery and a fluent command of melody. He was also extremely prolific. According to Handel, he could write a motet in eight parts as easily as anyone else could write a letter. Today, the keyboard works of this early master are being studied, played, and recorded more than ever before. The Fantasias (published 1732–33) are of particular historic interest, for along with their polish, grace, and fluidity, the beginnings of the sonata form are revealed in Telemann's technique of bringing together different motifs. Now all 36 of these graceful, appealing compositions are available in this authoritative edition, ready to challenge and delight keyboard artists with a wealth of freshness, wit, and lighthearted style galant. Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications; First Edition (July 19, 2011)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 80 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486253651


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 57


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.16 x 0.21 x 10.97 inches


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    • Clean, clear, like the edition 55 years ago!
Love this edition! Nothing added, just how Telemann wrote it, leaving ornamentation to the performer.
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2022 by Marianne
    • I find the print (the music) a little small to comfortably read--especially at 57 yrs of age
Although an interesting idea to publish a book with works in their original format, I find the print (the music) a little small to comfortably read--especially at 57 yrs of age!
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2015 by Marianne Hale
    • beautiful music
composed by a great composer a master
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2021 by gary a gallucci
    • Three Stars
A little disappointed. Funny symbols. Small notes. A bit hard to read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2017 by Smitty
    • but I like it ok
never played Telemann, but I like it ok. I use it some for church services.
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2015 by viri.boni
    • Five Stars
great job
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2015 by peter
    • Doesn't open easily, awkward notation where it doesn't need to be ...
Doesn't open easily, awkward notation where it doesn't need to be (eighth notes barred up and down on same set, even when on the same clef). Small, strange little book. Better for analysis than for playing. But really, who needs to analyze Telemann?
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2015 by Grant L. Rohr
    • Surprisingly good music
While Telemann is little performed or played today, he was the leading composer of his time, and was highly regarded by both Bach and Händel. His output was more prolific than any of his contemporaries, and is of a consitantly high quality. These fantasias can hold their ground artistically and technically against the Bach fantasias and preludes & fugues. Telemann lived to be 86, and his music reflects the Baroque aesthetic and complexity interspersed by the Classical ideas of homophony. Even if you have never played or heard Telemann before, if you enjoy Baroque keyboard music, this book will be a great addition ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 1997 by [email protected]

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