Magdolna Slenker

On the French sound aesthetics of the transverse flute in the 18th century

The art of the fine flute sound

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The essay "Zur französischen Klangästhetik der Traversflöte im 18. Jahrhundert" by Magdolna Slenker examines the sound aesthetic ideals and playing techniques of the transverse flute in France on the basis of historical flute schools by Jacques-Martin Hotteterre, Michel Corrette, Antoine Mahaut, Charles De Lusse and François Devienne. The focus is on the analysis of instrument construction, posture, embouchure, flattement (vibrato) and breathing as well as their influence on the sound of the flute. The book also sheds light on the differences and similarities in the doctrines of these authors and their effects on the development of transverse flute playing. The aim is to better realize the tonal ideals of the 18th century and to understand their influence on the transverse flute.This study contributes to understanding the significance of French flute art in this period and to comprehending its tonal and technical developments.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 52
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. September 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 220mm x 150mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 96g
• ISBN-13: 9786208094430
• ISBN-10: 6208094437
• Artikelnr.: 71750000

Autorenporträt

Flutist Magdolna Slenker discovered her love of the transverse flute and early music during her flute studies. Her fascination led her to write a treatise on French sound ideals of the 18th century in order to explore new aspects of sound.