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Poetics of Music in the Form of Six Lessons (The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures),New
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One of the greatest of contemporary composers has here set down in delightfully personal fashion his general ideas about music and some accounts of his own experience as a composer. Every concertgoer and lover of music will take keen pleasure in his notes about the essential features of music, the process of musical composition, inspiration, musical types, and musical execution. Throughout the volume are to he found trenchant comments on such subjects as Wagnerism, the operas of Verdi, musical taste, musical snobbery, the influence of political ideas on Russian music under the Soviets, musical improvisation as opposed to musical construction, the nature of melody, and the function of the critic of music. Musical people of every sort will welcome this first presentation in English of an unusually interesting book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Poetics of Music in the Form of Six Lessons'? A: The main theme of this book revolves around the author's personal insights into music, exploring topics such as musical composition, inspiration, and the nature of melody.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Poetics of Music in the Form of Six Lessons' is Igor Stravinsky, a renowned contemporary composer.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on February 26, 1970.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 160 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in music? A: Yes, the book provides insights that are accessible to both music lovers and those new to music, making it suitable for a wide audience.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including Wagnerism, Verdi's operas, musical taste, improvisation, and the role of music critics.
- Q: Is this a revised edition? A: Yes, this is a revised edition of 'Poetics of Music in the Form of Six Lessons'.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of History & Criticism.
- Q: What can readers expect from the author's writing style? A: Readers can expect a delightfully personal writing style that conveys Stravinsky's experiences and thoughts on music.