Description

The Piano Music of Claude Debussy is a book written by Alfred Cortot in 1922. It is a comprehensive guide to the piano music of the French composer Claude Debussy. The book includes detailed analyses of all of Debussy's piano works, including his most famous pieces such as Clair de Lune, Arabesque No. 1, and La plus que lente. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of Debussy's life and musical style. The second part is a detailed analysis of each of Debussy's piano works, including information on the structure, harmony, and melody of each piece. The third part contains a selection of exercises and studies designed to help pianists improve their technique when playing Debussy's music.Alfred Cortot was a renowned pianist and music educator, and his book on Debussy's piano music is considered to be one of the most authoritative texts on the subject. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both professional pianists and music enthusiasts alike. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the music of Claude Debussy or the history of piano music in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.