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  5. Musical Portraits : Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers

Musical Portraits : Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers E-BOOK

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Paul Rosenfeld
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In "Musical Portraits: Interpretations of Twenty Modern Composers," Paul Rosenfeld offers a profound exploration of contemporary music through detailed analyses of influential composers such as Stravinsky, Bartók, and Schoenberg. Utilizing an accessible yet erudite literary style, Rosenfeld adeptly intertwines biographical elements with musical criticism, creating compelling portraits that reveal the intricate connection between a composer's life experiences and their artistic output. The work situates itself within the broad context of early 20th-century modernism, reflecting the era's tumultuous shifts in artistic paradigms and cultural perspectives. Paul Rosenfeld, a prominent American musicologist and critic, was deeply immersed in early 20th-century music and literature, engaged with figures like Bernard Shaw and Henry Cowell. His academic background and rich interactions with avant-garde musicians undoubtedly shaped his insights, allowing him to bridge historical context with intimate details about the composers he studied. His experiences as a composer and critic inform his understanding of the aesthetic dialogues that influenced these modern musical giants. "Musical Portraits" is essential reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of modern music's evolution and its composers' intricacies. Rosenfeld's insightful interpretations will resonate with both seasoned musicians and curious newcomers alike, offering a nuanced perspective that invites the reader to engage thoughtfully with each composer's unique world.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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Aantal bladzijden:
252
Taal:
Engels

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Productcode (EAN):
8596547119289
Verschijningsdatum:
30/07/2022
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