From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art

Name: From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art
Author: Daniel Gregory Mason

By Daniel Gregory Mason

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An introductory essay outlines basic principles for appreciating music and sketches the historical development of musical resources. Subsequent chapters present concise studies of six composers—Grieg, Dvořák, Saint-Saëns, Franck, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms—blending biographical detail with analysis of style, technique, and expressive character. The author places each figure in the broader evolution of musical art, assessing relative influences and contributions. A closing essay considers the relationship between music and human experience, arguing that aesthetic judgment depends on both inherited technical means and the emotional life that gives music meaning.

About the Author

Daniel Gregory Mason

Daniel Gregory Mason was an American composer, musicologist, and author known for his insightful contributions to the understanding of classical music and its evolution. His works often explore the lives and influences of significant composers, as seen in his notable book "Beethoven and His Forerunners," which examines the precursors to Beethoven's groundbreaking style. Mason's other significant writings, including "The Romantic Composers" and "From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art," reflect his deep engagement with the music of the Romantic era and beyond. Through his scholarly approach, Mason has enriched the literary heritage of musicology.