[Hornlist] Re: Auf dem Strom

[rob]

In Anton Reicha’s Treatise on Melody, he discusses the aspects of different 
keys; out-lining the bright keys and the dark or somber keys, suggesting one 
should avoid abrupt transitions in mood. He goes on to say that on the piano 
it is hardly noticed, but in the orchestra sudden changes my produce very 
undesirable effects.
Of note to me is his comment about only two keys, one major and one minor. 
He says: “we don’t have only two keys, we have twelve major and twelve minor 
keys. each with its own character and particular nuance, which are important 
for the composer to know and study” 


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