Analiza Goldberg-varijacija

master's thesis

• Author: Fabijan Košćak
• Mentor: Pavao Mašić (mentor)
• Granter: University of Zagreb; Academy of Music; (Piano, Organ and Harpsichord Department); Zagreb
• Defense date and country: 2025, Croatia
• Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline: FIELD OF ART; Art of Music; Reproductive Music (Conducting, Singing, Playing an Instrument)

Abstract

Ovaj diplomski rad analizira Goldberg-varijacije Johanna Sebastiana Bacha, jedno od najvažnijih i najopsežnijih djela za instrumente s tipkama iz razdoblja baroka. Rad pruža uvid u povijesni kontekst nastanka djela te razmatra mjesto varijacijskih ciklusa u glazbenoj tradiciji tog vremena. Strukturna analiza otkriva pažljivo osmišljenu arhitekturu djela i bavi se kontrapunktalnim tehnikama. U radu se također razmatraju stilske i interpretativne karakteristike varijacija, uključujući utjecaj različitih plesnih formi i žanrova, od sarabandi i poloneza do francuske uvertire i quodlibeta. Uspoređuju se izvedbene mogućnosti čembala i klavira, pri čemu čembalo omogućuje jasnu artikulaciju polifonih linija, dok klavir pruža veću dinamičku fleksibilnost i ekspresivnost. Detaljna analiza pojedinih varijacija pokazuje kako skladatelj varira teksture, ritmove i melodijske linije, čime postiže iznimno bogatstvo izraza unatoč formalnim ograničenjima.

Abstract (english)

This thesis analyzes Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations, one of the most significant and extensive works for keyboard instruments from the Baroque period. The study provides insight into the historical context of the composition and examines the role of variation cycles in the musical tradition of that time. The structural analysis reveals the carefully designed architecture of the work and explores contrapuntal techniques. The thesis also discusses the stylistic and interpretative characteristics of the variations, including the influence of different dance forms and genres, ranging from sarabandes and polonaises to the French overture and quodlibet. The performance possibilities of the harpsichord and piano are compared, highlighting how the harpsichord allows for clear articulation of polyphonic lines, while the piano offers greater dynamic flexibility and expressiveness. A detailed analysis of individual variations demonstrates how composer manipulates textures, rhythms, and melodic lines, achieving remarkable expressiveness despite formal constraints.

• Keywords: varijacije; kontrapunkt; ostinato; barok; instrumenti s tipkama
• Keywords (english): variations; counterpoint; ostinato; Baroque; keyboard instruments
• Language: croatian
• URN:NBN: urn:nbn:hr:116:292171
• Study programme: Title: Integrated Undegraduate and Graduate University Study Programme for Instrumentalists; specializations in: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Harp, Violin, Viola, Guitar, Piano, Organ, Harpsichord, Euphonium, Tamboura, Violoncello, Double Bass; Course: Piano; Study programme type: university; Study level: integrated undergraduate and graduate; Academic / professional title: magistar/magistra muzike (magistar/magistra muzike)
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• Created on: 2025-02-25 11:20:37