Pieces of Tradition

Pieces of Tradition

Author: Daniel Harrison

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016-05-02

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 019024447X

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This book is about how music "in a key" is composed. Further, it is about how such music was composed when it was no longer compulsory to do so, starting a few years before the First World War. In an eclectic journey through the history of compositional technique, Daniel Harrison contends that the tonal system did not simply die out with the dawn of twentieth century, but continued to supplement newer techniques as a compelling means of musical organization, even into current times. Well-known art music composers such as Bartok, Hindemith, Prokofiev, and Messiaen are represented alongside composers whose work moves outside the standard boundaries of art music: Leonard Bernstein, Murice Duruflé, Frank Martin, Xiaoyong Chen. Along the way, the book attends to military bugle calls, a trailer before a movie feature, a recomposition of a famous piece by Arnold Schoenberg, and the music of Neil Diamond, David Shire, and Brian Wilson. A celebration of the awesome variety of musical expressions encompassed in what is called tonal music, Pieces of Tradition is a book for composers seeking ideas and effects, music theorists interested in its innovations, and all those who practice the analysis of composition in all its modern and traditional variations.


Pieces of Tradition

Pieces of Tradition

Author: Daniel Harrison

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 0190244461

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Over the last century tonality has adapted and persisted in remarkable ways. In Pieces of Tradition, Daniel Harrison explores the modern endurance of tonal music, examining works by masters such as Shostakovich and Hindemith alongside music by Leonard Bernstein and Brian Wilson.


Analysis of 18th- and 19th-Century Musical Works in the Classical Tradition

Analysis of 18th- and 19th-Century Musical Works in the Classical Tradition

Author: David Beach

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-05-04

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1136329757

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Analysis of 18th- and 19th-Century Musical Works in the Classical Tradition is a textbook for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in music analysis. It outlines a process of analyzing works in the Classical tradition by uncovering the construction of a piece of music—the formal, harmonic, rhythmic, and voice-leading organizations—as well as its unique features. It develops an in-depth approach that is applied to works by composers including Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, and Brahms. The book begins with foundational chapters in music theory, starting with basic diatonic harmony and progressing rapidly to more advanced topics, such as phrase design, phrase expansion, and chromatic harmony. The second part contains analyses of complete musical works and movements. The text features over 150 musical examples, including numerous complete annotated scores. Suggested assignments at the end of each chapter guide students in their own musical analysis.


Tradition

Tradition

Author: Brendan Kiely

Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books

Published: 2019-05-07

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1481480359

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“Deeply felt, powerful, devastating and, ultimately, hopeful.” — Nicola Yoon, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun Is Also a Star “Powerful and necessary…an important, timely book.” —Amber Smith, New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be “A story that belongs in every library.” —School Library Journal (starred review) “A thoughtfully crafted argument for feminism and allyship.” —Kirkus Reviews From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Brendan Kiely, a stunning novel that explores the insidious nature of tradition at a prestigious boarding school. Prestigious. Powerful. Privileged. This is Fullbrook Academy. Jules Devereux just wants to keep her head down, avoid distractions, and get into the right college, so she can leave Fullbrook and its old-boy social codes behind. Jamie Baxter feels like an imposter at Fullbrook, but the hockey scholarship that got him in has given him a chance to escape his past and fulfill the dreams of his parents and coaches, whose mantra rings in his ears: Don’t disappoint us. As Jules and Jamie’s lives intertwine, and the pressures to play by the rules and to keep the school’s toxic secrets, they are faced with a powerful choice: remain silent while others get hurt, or stand together against the ugly, sexist traditions of an institution that believes it can do no wrong.


The Concise Garland Encyclopedia of World Music

The Concise Garland Encyclopedia of World Music

Author: Garland Encyclopedia of World Music

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-02

Total Pages: 651

ISBN-13: 1136095942

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The Concise Garland Encyclopedia of World Music comprises two volumes, and can only be purchased as the two-volume set.To purchase the set please go to:http://www.routledge.com/9780415972932.


Khmer Culture

Khmer Culture

Author: Hseham Amrahs

Publisher: Mahesh Dutt Sharma

Published: 2023-12-31

Total Pages: 199

ISBN-13:

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Throughout the book, we will explore some of Cambodia's most iconic cultural sites, such as the Angkor Wat temple complex, the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. We will also take you off the beaten path, introducing you to some of Cambodia's lesser-known cultural treasures, such as the traditional Cambodian village of Kampong Khleang and the floating markets of Tonle Sap Lake. As we journey through Cambodia's cultural landscape, we will explore the country's rich history and traditions, from its ancient Khmer Empire to its modern-day revival of traditional arts and crafts. We will introduce you to Cambodia's diverse ethnic groups and explore the role of religion and spirituality in Cambodian culture, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and animism. In addition to exploring Cambodia's cultural heritage, we will also provide practical information about travel in Cambodia, including tips for navigating the country's complex visa requirements, transportation options, and accommodations. We will also provide recommendations for restaurants, shopping, and other cultural experiences that will help you make the most of your trip to Cambodia. We hope that this book will inspire you to explore the rich cultural heritage of Cambodia and to immerse yourself in the country's vibrant traditions and customs. We also hope that it will serve as a practical guide for those who are planning a trip to Cambodia, providing valuable information and insights into the country's cultural landscape.


The Classical Tradition

The Classical Tradition

Author: Anthony Grafton

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 2010-10-25

Total Pages: 1188

ISBN-13: 9780674035720

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The legacy of ancient Greece and Rome has been imitated, resisted, misunderstood, and reworked by every culture that followed. In this volume, some five hundred articles by a wide range of scholars investigate the afterlife of this rich heritage in the fields of literature, philosophy, art, architecture, history, politics, religion, and science.