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This text serves to familiarize students with the diverse styles that emerged in 20th-century music by presenting a selection of essential listening examples. Composed in a clear and accessible manner, the author starts by exploring twenty inquiries related to "New Music" and subsequently navigates through a rich array of compositions, effectively animating the significance and essence of twentieth-century music.
s authoritative text for the Fundamentals of Music course caters to students with varying levels of proficiency. Acclaimed composer William Duckworth explores the essential concepts across 14 succinct main chapters, complemented by 11 supplementary appendices. These appendices provide further insights for educators or learners seeking additional guidance. Emphasizing a practical approach to skill development, Duckworth includes numerous clear examples that illustrate foundational principles. Recognizing that students learn best through application, the book features both written and aural exercises, allowing students to creatively engage with their knowledge in authentic musical contexts.
This comprehensive guide offers essential pedagogical, historical, and technical information required for effective brass instruction. The chapters explore the historical evolution of various brass instruments and emphasize technique, providing valuable insights for educators along with a complete methodology for brass performance. Each chapter dedicated to a specific instrument features curated lists of recommended study materials and reference resources. Notably, this edition includes an audio CD containing concert-hall recordings of all exercises presented in the book, which is provided at no extra charge with each new copy.
American music, according to this best-selling survey text, is a synthesis of various musical genres, such as popular, folk, sacred, classical, blues, jazz, and rock music, which have developed into a musical landscape that reflects the distinctive character of the country. Kingman provides a clear picture of American music by contrasting and comparing the musical traditions of the country's various regions and eras. This view includes the historical origins of all American music, the ways in which various styles have impacted one another, and the cultural contributions of the country's creative and innovative composers.
Hans Georg Nageli referred to Johann Sebastian Bach's B-Minor Mass as "the greatest musical artwork for all times and all people" in 1818, a sentiment that has been consistently echoed by audiences throughout the years. This composition uniquely bridges the realms of sacred and secular music, showcasing Bach's exceptional skill in compositional refinement and stylistic integration on a grand scale. However, the B-Minor Mass also presents a series of intriguing questions. When was it created? What was its intended purpose? How should it be performed? To what extent is its music original? For over a century, historians have grappled with these inquiries, and contemporary research has introduced additional complexities. Recent investigations into the Mass practices in Dresden indicate that Bach may have drawn more heavily from contemporary Catholic models than previously recognized. The adoption of a "one on a part" approach for Bach's choir has called into question the tradition of large ensemble performances. Furthermore, the recent unearthing of an early version of the "Credo" movement has reopened discussions regarding the compositional process. This volume seeks to reassess the intricate history of the B-Minor Mass while providing an in-depth analysis of its extraordinary music. Chapter 1 explores the origins of the Mass Ordinary text and its musical interpretations known to Bach. Chapter 2 delves into the circumstances that led to the creation of the B-Minor Mass. Chapters 3 to 5 offer a thorough examination of the music, integrating new insights into Bach's later compositional practices and the conventions of Mass in Dresden. Chapter 6 traces the performance history of the Mass up to the present day. Chapter 7 addresses specific aspects of performance practice, while Chapter 8 aims to identify the qualities that contribute to the B-Minor Mass's universal appeal, affirming its status as a work of art "for all times and all people."
