A History of Introduction of Franz Schubert's Songs in Russia in 1830–1840

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Marina G. Dolgushina

Abstract

The article reviews the process of introduction and
dissemination of the songs of Franz Schubert in Russia.
It shows that popularity of his works in Paris has played
the leading role in «the fashion for Franz Schubert» since
Paris has been a cultural determinant for the Russian society.
The article discusses the problem of Russian translations
of the lyrics and special features of musical images
and topics which Russian audiences liked so much. Author
refers to rare scores, the catalogues of score sellers, handwritten
albums, and publications in Russian and foreign
periodicals of the 1830–40.

Keywords: Schubert's art songs, Schubert in Russia,
musical Romanticism, musical life, musical life of Russia
in the 19th century

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How to Cite
Dolgushina, M. G. (2009). A History of Introduction of Franz Schubert’s Songs in Russia in 1830–1840. Music Scholarship / Problemy Muzykal’noj Nauki, 4(1), 148–151. Retrieved from https://musicscholar.ru/index.php/PMN/article/view/700
Section
On the History of Russian and Western Music
Author Biography

Marina G. Dolgushina, Vologda State Pedagogical University

Marina G. Dolgushina holds a Candidate of Arts degree, serves
as the head of the Department of Music Theory and History