Eurythmy as Visible Singing

The study of music is the study of the human being, and eurythmy is the art that brings this to expression. Rudolf Steiner guides us through a path to understanding the human form as music comes to rest, tracing the movement in musical experience back to its origin in the human instrument itself. Eurythmy was born in the early twentieth century and is now practiced as an art, taught in schools, enjoyed as a social activity, and applied as a therapy. This definitive translation of Steiner's original lecture course includes a facsimile, transcription, translation of the lecturers notes, an introduction, and an index.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 534 pages
\n Publication date: 23 October 2019
\n Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press
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The study of music is an inextricable exploration of the human essence, with eurythmy serving as the art form that vividly portrays this connection. In these illuminating lectures, Rudolf Steiner leads us on a journey to comprehend the human form as music finds its resting place, with the movements of eurythmy reanimating this musical essence.

From the outset, it is essential to recognize that music is not merely an auditory experience but a profound manifestation of the human being. It is through music that we gain insights into our own nature and the world around us. Rudolf Steiner, in his profound understanding of the subject, asserts that music is the human being, and it is from music that we can truly liberate ourselves from the confines of matter.

The focus of these eight lectures, delivered by Rudolf Steiner to a select group of young artists, revolves around the source of movement and gesture in the human being. Steiner traces the movement inherent in musical experience back to its origin in the human instrument itself. He likens this process to the degrees of a musical scale, guiding his audience through a series of stages that emphasize the living principles of discovery and renewal.

Eurythmy, a discipline that emerged during the tumultuous early twentieth century, was born out of a single question: Could an art form be created based on meaningful movement? Rudolf Steiner's response to this inquiry was nothing short of revolutionary. He envisioned a new art form, eurythmy, that would breathe fresh life into the arts as a whole. Eurythmy was an unexpected gift, offering a profound avenue for artistic expression and renewal.

Today, music eurythmy, alongside its counterpart based on speech, is practiced as an art, taught in schools

schools, enjoyed as a social activity, and applied as a therapeutic tool. Its reach extends far and wide, touching the lives of individuals and communities alike. This definitive translation of Steiner's original lecture course on eurythmy includes a facsimile, transcription, and translation of the lecturers notes, accompanied by an introduction and index. The volume is further enriched with an extensive "companion," featuring comprehensive commentary and notes compiled by Alan Stott, as well as a translation of Josef Matthias Hauers Interpreting Melos.

In conclusion, the study of music is an intimate journey into the depths of the human soul. Through the lens of eurythmy, we gain a profound understanding of the inseparable relationship between music and the human being. Rudolf Steiner's eight lectures serve as a guiding light, illuminating the source of movement and gesture in the human being and tracing the movement inherent in musical experience back to its origin in the human instrument itself. Eurythmy, as an unexpected gift, has transformed the arts and continues to inspire and uplift individuals and communities worldwide. This definitive translation of Steiner's original lecture course, complemented by an extensive "companion," provides a valuable resource for those seeking to delve deeper into the world of eurythmy and its profound impact on human existence.

\n Weight: 822g\n
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 36 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781855845671\n \n