ON THE QUESTION OF LARGE MUSICAL FORMS
Keywords:
large-scale form, sonata form, sonatina, variations, rondo, exposition, development, recapitulation, musical interpretation, pedagogical repertoire, performance skills.Abstract
The article examines the specific features of studying and performing large-scale musical forms in pedagogical practice. It analyzes the structural and artistic characteristics of the sonatina, sonata, variation cycle, and rondo, as well as the principal stages of working on such compositions. Particular attention is paid to the principle of contrast in sonata form, the issues of tempo and rhythmic unity, the development of performance skills, and the cultivation of students’ artistic thinking. The article emphasizes the importance of pedagogical guidance in shaping a holistic perception of musical form, understanding the inner meaning of the musical text, and developing technical stability in performers.
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