Etwas ruhiger im Ausdruck

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Franco Donatoni's transformative period in 1967 marked a significant shift in his compositional approach, as he faced a crisis that led him to reinterpret existing materials instead of creating original pieces. The book focuses on his work "Etwas ruhiger im Ausdruck," showcasing how it emerged from a set of automatisms derived from Schoenberg's music. It highlights the intricate techniques Donatoni employed, revealing that this phase was not a decline but a demonstration of his virtuosic compositional skills.