| Series |
20th-century composers
20th-century composers. ^A683695
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| Contents |
Preface -- Prelude -- Beginnings: 1883-1904 -- Schoenberg: 1904-8 -- Into the unknown: 1908-14 -- The singing heart: 1914-26 -- Through the looking-glass: 1926-34 -- The sunlight speaks: 1934-45 -- Postscript -- Classified list of works. |
| Abstract |
A compelling look at the life and work of composer Anton von Webern (1883-1945), who was born into the aristocratic, musical heritage of Vienna. Shows how an early passion for Renaissance vocal music continually haunted von Webern's compositions. Discusses his studies with Schoenberg and conversion to the 12-note technique, which he used to create a sound characteristically his own. Explores von Webern's influence on musicians of subsequent generations. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references, discography (pages 232-234), and index. |
| ISBN | 0714831573 |
