Analyses of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Music, 1940-2000
Analyses of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Music, 1940-2000

Author: D. J. Hoek

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

Published: 2007-02-15

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 1461700795

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This new volume incorporates all entries from the previous editions by Arthur Wenk, expanding to cover writings drawn from periodicals, theses, dissertations, books, and Festschriften from 1940 to 2000. Over 9,000 references to analyses of works by over 1,000 composers of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are included.

A Study of Ernst Krenek's Piano Sonata No. 2, No. 5, and No. 7
A Study of Ernst Krenek's Piano Sonata No. 2, No. 5, and No. 7

Author: Hyeyeon Jung

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13:

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"This thesis was written in support of a doctoral project recital on which I performed three piano sonatas (no. 2, 5, and 7) of the composer Ernst Krenek (1900-1991) ... In the introduction, I discuss major 20th century influences that impacted Krenek and how these influences are reflected in the piano sonatas selected for this study. I then devote one chapter to each sonata. Using seven tables and 63 musical examples, through analysis I identify why the sonatas are distinctive and significant, the unique performance challenges encountered, and why these works should be included in pianists' standard repertoire ..."--Abstract.

Dictionary of American Classical Composers
Dictionary of American Classical Composers

Author: Neil Butterworth

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-10-02

Total Pages: 561

ISBN-13: 1136790241

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The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available. Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.