Publication

2001-04-01 - Yale University Press

Language

English

Word Count

60,000 words, Guess

Page Count

240 pages

Physical Format

Hardcover

Identifiers

and 5 more
  • Goodreads1021671
  • Library of Congress Control Number00011309
  • OCLC Control Number61860968
  • Better World Books9780300083385
  • Open LibraryOL9343143M

Classifications

  • LCCML3477 .F672 2001
  • LCCML3477.F672 2001

Description

"In this book Allen Forte shares his love of American popular song. He discusses in detail twenty-three songs, ranging from Gershwin's "Fascinating Rhythm" (1924) to Irving Berlin's "Steppin' Out With My Baby" (1947), guiding readers and listernes toward a deeper appreciation of this vital and engaging music.". "Forte writes for the general reader, assuming no background other than a familiarity with basic music notation. Each song is discussed individually and includes complete lyrics and simple leadsheet. Forte discusses the songs' distinctive musical features and their sophisticated, often touching and witty lyrics. Readers can follow the music while they listen to the accompanying compact disc, which was specially recorded for this volume by baritone Richard Lalli and pianist-arranger Gary Chapman, with Allen Forte, pianist-arranger for "Embraceable You" and "Come Rain Or Come Shine.""--BOOK JACKET.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Listening to Classic American Popular SongsHardcoverYale University Press2001-04-01

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