Schweizer, Steven - Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music

In Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music, Steven L. Schweizer draws on 31 years of musical experience to explore the components of timpani tone and methods for producing it. Schweizer takes the reader on an odyssey through the interpretation of Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart's symphonic and choral music.

---

CONTENTS

Symbols and markings
About the Companion Website
1. Theory and Practice of Timpani Tone Production
The Timpani
Acoustics of the Timpani
Timpani Mallets
Playing Style
Timpani Heads
Playing the Head
Playing the Head: Techniques
Changing Tone by Changing the Grip
Stick Selection and Tone Production
Using Physical Gestures to Color Tone
Choice of Drums
Playing In and Around the Playing Spot
Tone Producing Strokes
The Grip
Psychological Openness to Music
The Theory of Contrast
Conclusion
2. Musical Interpretation and the Timpanist
The Composer's Style, Psychology, and Intentions
Phrasing and Articulation
Creating Emotion
Aids in Interpreting Music
3. Interpretation of Baroque Music
Timpani, Mallets and Tone in the Baroque and Classsical Eras
Technical Considerations in Interpreting Baroque Music (1650-1750)
Henry Purcell and Johann Sebastian Bach
George Frideric Handel