The improvisation of musical dialogue : a phenomenology of music / Bruce Ellis Benson.

Author/creator Benson, Bruce Ellis, 1960-
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2003.
Descriptionxiv, 200 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents Between composition and performance -- Composing: from Ursprung to Fassung letzter Hand -- Performing: the improvisation of preservation -- The Ergon with Energeia -- Being musical with the Other.
Abstract What takes place when a composer creates a piece of music? To what extent is a performer part of the creative process? Although the dominant paradigm for music making in our era has been that of creation and reproduction--in which composers are the true creators and performers primarily carry out their wishes--does that way of thinking reflect actual musical practice? Succinct and lucid, not only will this important book be a provocative read for philosophers of art and musicologists, it should also appeal to general readers, especially those who compose and perform music.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2002067419
ISBN0521810930
ISBN0521009324 (pb.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3845 .B358 2003 ✔ Available Place Hold