Brahms Studies: Analytical and Historical Perspectives. Papers Delivered at the International Brahms Conference, Washington, D. C., 5-8 May 1983

Collecting the work of the foremost American, British, and German music scholars, this volume presents studies that discuss important aspects of Brahms's musical life. Subject areas include Brahms and musical tradition, Brahms the progressive, performance practice, Brahms as editor, Brahms as song composer, and Brahms's symphonic music.