Musicology Annotation << Back The role of symmetry in chamber sonatas of P. Hindemith Korchinskaya Ludmila M. This article is devoted to the chamber music of Paul Hindemith. The author refers to the chamber sonatas of Hindemith for solo instrument with piano. This study raises the issue of the role of symmetry in chamber sonatas. For example, the individual compositions the author demonstrates as a composer embodies the idea of symmetry, applying a set of expressive means and special techniques aimed at the embodiment of this idea. The article emphasizes the importance and significance of this study for musicologists and performers and contributes to a more accurate disclosure of the composers’ intentions and concepts of compositions. Keywords: Paul Hindemith, chamber music, chamber sonatas, sonatas, interpretation of the ensemble, ensemble, duet, interaction of instruments, symmetry in the ensemble. DOI: 10.25791/musicology.12.2019.1092 Contacts: - Pp. 03-13.