Talk:Thematic transformation

Thematic transformation versus thematic development
I don't believe that the two terms are identical. Thematic development was being used at least since the time of Haydn and Mozart, whereas thematic transformation or thematic metamorphosis, where the transformed theme is completely autonomous, is a more modern technique. For a definiton, refer to Historical Dictionary of Romantic Music, John M. Cooper. 46.103.178.223 (talk) 22:44, 12 April 2014 (UTC)