General Theory of Musical Aesthetics

Author: Xi Hailin
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Publish Date: 1999-04-01
Features: This is the first comprehensive and systematic textbook-style monograph in China that elaborates on the fundamental theories of music aesthetics. The book is divided into two main parts:
The first part, consisting of two chapters, is titled "History of Musical Aesthetic Thought," which introduces the historical development of Chinese and Western musical aesthetic consciousness.
The third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh chapters, respectively, conduct detailed and meticulous research and analysis on the "mode of existence" of music, the emotional and affective aspects of musical aesthetics, the laws governing musical creation, performance, and the aesthetics of dissemination, as well as the appreciation of musical beauty and the value of musical beauty.
The book features a grand structure, rigorous arguments, and demonstrates the "mastery" of the author. Its clear reasoning, novel concepts, thorough analysis, and precise examples make it a valuable read, guiding readers toward gradual and sudden enlightenment about aesthetics.