In "Vom Musikalisch-Schönen Ein Beitrag zur Revision der Ästhetik der Tonkunst," Eduard Hanslick presents a comprehensive exploration of the aesthetics of music. Through a series of essays, Hanslick delves into the nature of beauty in music, emphasizing that beauty is found in the arrangement of sounds rather than in the emotions they evoke.
Hanslick's writing is clear and precise, making complex philosophical ideas accessible to the reader. He argues that music should be appreciated for its formal qualities rather than for any extramusical associations, challenging the prevailing Romantic ideas about the emotional power of music.
While some readers may find Hanslick's emphasis on formalism to be restrictive, his arguments are thought-provoking and provide a valuable perspective on the nature of musical beauty. Overall, "Vom Musikalisch-Schönen" is a must-read for anyone interested in the philosophy of music and the nature of aesthetic experience.
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