Inaug.-diss.--Munich. / Lebenslauf. "Verzeichais der kompositionen von Friedrich Kuhlau": p. [67]-73. "Quellen- und literaturnachweise": p. 7-10.

Thesis (doctoral)--Kobenhavns universitet, 1986. / Summary in German. Includes bibliographical references (p. 430-437) and index.

Thesis (doctoral)--Kobenhavns universitet, 1986. / Summary in German. Includes bibliographical references (p. 430-437) and index.

Thesis (D.M.A.)--Ohio State University, 1975. / Includes 4 tapes of music in box of different composers, performed by the author for partial fulfillment for the degree. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 77-81). Available online via OhioLINK's ETD Center.

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Friedrich Kuhlau (1786-1832) ranks as a minor master of the early nineteenth century. As a composer of keyboard music he is perhaps best known for his sets of sonatinas, but the twenty-two sonatas he composed from 1809 to 1831 form a significant part of his extensive output. This study examines three of his sonatas -- Op. 4, Op. 46 No. 2 and Op. 127 -- and places them in historical context through a discussion of the importance of this genre in the repertoire of that era. A survey of contemporary keyboard performance practices is also included, as well as an introductory biographical sketch. Kuhlau's style is undeniably conservative, with phrases of regular and predictable length in evidence throughout, and his music is often derivative of that of earlier composers from C.P.E. Bach through Beethoven. However, his works also reflect numerous traits of early Romanticism. They are melodically rich, widely spaced sonorities are frequently employed, and his textures range from delicate nuances to thickly scored passages. From a purely pianistic point of view, he displays a fondness for scalewise and arpeggiated passages so often used to excess by lesser composers of his era, but he also clearly demonstrates that he was aware of more innovative approaches to keyboard writing. Throughout history, countless minor composers such as Kuhlau were highly respected during their lifetimes; nevertheless, most of their compositions, including those under consideration here, have not survived on the concert stage. Consequently, there exists a vast body of literature of which little or nothing is known. It is both necessary and useful to study such works in order to gain a more complete understanding of music of their period. Moreover, a closer examination of them might well lead to a reassessment of their worth, which in turn may encourage more frequent performances. / Arts, Faculty of / Music, School of / Graduate

Friedrich Daniel Rudolf Kuhlau (1786–1832), was a German-Danish composer and pianist best known for his flute and opera works. His piano sonatinas have historically been overlooked for sonatinas of more popular composers such as Clementi, Mozart, and Beethoven. This research evaluates the technical and musical elements in Kuhlau's sonatinas and asserts that studying these works benefits intermediate level piano students, particularly in their musical and technical development. This document also provides performance practice and pedagogical discussion. Chapter 1 outlines the purpose of the dissertation and presents a brief biography of Kuhlau. Chapter 2 details the general expected achievements of the early intermediate, intermediate, and late intermediate piano levels. Chapter 3 focuses on specific Kuhlau sonatinas for each level, building on elements discussed from the previous chapter. Chapter 4 compares and contrasts the similarities and uniqueness between Kuhlau's sonatinas and those of Clementi (Op. 36, No. 3) and Beethoven (E-flat Major Sonatina). Chapter 5 discusses performance practices and related pedagogical concerns for students and teachers. Chapter 6 concludes the paper.