Author

Publication

2000-09-19 - Waveland Press

Language

English

Word Count

64,750 words, Guess

Page Count

259 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

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  • LibraryThing400466

Classifications

  • LCCML197 .C757 2001

Description

"Directions in the musical avant-garde in the past fifty years seem as numerous and diverse as the composers and their works. Yet these directions have historical motives and aesthetic values, traceable and uniquely observable due to their singularly radical nature. Building on the success of previous editions, the Seventh Edition of New Directions in Music explores the history, philosophy, composers, and works of the avant-garde since the late 1940s, emphasizing works departing radically from tradition. Musicians and musical scholars of all levels will benefit from Cope's clear presentation, organizing a seemingly idiosyncratic field into a logical succession of ideas and developments."--BOOK JACKET.

First Sentence

The common-practice period of music history (roughly 1600-1900) witnessed the establishment of a rich and complex musical language.

Excerpt

The common-practice period of music history (roughly 1600-1900) witnessed the establishment of a rich and complex musical language.

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Other Editions

  • New Directions in MusicPaperbackWaveland Press2000-09-19

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