Musicology Annotation << Back Terminology paradoxes in A. B. Marx's textbook on Compositional Theory Die Lehre von der musikalischen Komposition Dr. Denis Lomtev The theory of classical form in A. B. Marx's textbook is often criticized due to its terminological liberties and inaccuracies in the analysis of musical works. However, the meaning of many seemingly erroneous judgments changes in the context of the hypothesis, based on Marx‘s own statements about the dialectical unity of the forces of stability and instability as one of the main principles of musical organization. Key words: Adolf Bernhard Marx, compositional theory, rondo, sonata form. Contacts: E-mail: degelo@mail.ru Pp. 07-12.