Katelijne Schiltz

Hin und zurück - Über Krebskanons, Palindrome und andere Rückwärtsbewegungen

Immerse yourself in the fascinating realm of musical symmetries and ingenious structures: With "Hin und zurück – Über Krebskanons, Palindrome und andere Rückwärtsbewegungen" (Back and Forth – On Crab Canons, Palindromes, and Other Retrograde Motions), Amadeus presents an inspiring musicological study exploring the magic of retrograde thinking in musical art. This publication is the printed version of the prestigious Hindemith Lecture, delivered on November 16, 2023, at the Institute of Musicology at the University of Zurich. From intricate crab canons to astonishing musical palindromes, the text brilliantly illuminates the historical and compositional significance of retrograde techniques. Published as a high-quality paperback book, this volume offers profound insights for musicologists, performers, and curious music lovers eager to uncover the structural secrets of musical architecture.