Camille Saint-Saëns, 1835-1921

Camille Saint-Saëns, 1835-1921

Author: Sabina Teller Ratner

Publisher: Oxford : Oxford University Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 9780198163206

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Camille Saint-Sa ns 1835-1921: A Thematic Catalogue of his Complete Works defines the achievement of this great French composer. All his musical works are presented: the well-recognized masterpieces, the childhood sketches, the unpublished compositions, and the previously unknown pieces now revealed for the first time. This comprehensive collection fully documents the composer's extraordinary contribution to the musical world. Volume 1 concentrates specifically on his Instrumental output, while the two later volumes will cover Dramatic Works and Choral & Vocal Works respectively.


Details of Consequence

Details of Consequence

Author: Gurminder Kaur Bhogal

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2013-10

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 0199795053

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Details of Consequence examines a trait that is rarely questioned in fin-de-siècle French music: ornamental extravagance. In re-evaluating the status of ornament for French culture, this book investigates how musical and visual expressions of decorative detail shaped widespread discussions on identity, style, and aesthetics.