Malcolm Arnold : an introduction to his music / Hugo Cole.

Author/creator Cole, Hugo
Format Book
Publication InfoLondon : Faber, 1989.
Descriptionviii, 231 pages : music ; 22 cm
Subjects

Contents Mainly biographical -- Apprentice years -- Voyages of discovery: concert works 1943-52 -- Symphonic landmarks: first and second symphonies -- Composer as illustrator: film music -- Breaking new ground: concert works 1952-61 -- Music for voices -- Shocks and surprises: third, fourth and fifth symphonies -- The shaping context: works for special occasions -- Man for all seasons: concert works 1962-75 -- Influences and anti-influences -- The light and the dark: sixth, seventh and eighth symphonies -- Arnold and the orchestra -- 'Original, spare, strange': concert works 1975-87 -- Tunes and treatments: summary of musical characteristics -- Looking back looking forward.
Abstract This study of Malcolm Arnold puts the composer into perspective and covers almost all his compositions including lesser-known occasional pieces, film and ballet music, vocal and orchestral works. The author argues that one must examine all aspects of his work in order to appreciate his character.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCNgb 89018797
ISBN0571100716 :

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Music Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk ML410.A766 C65 1989 ✔ Available Place Hold