Bojan Bujic
Arnold Schoenberg
- ISBN 13:
- 9780714846149
- author:
- Bojan Bujic
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Phaidon Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 17.02 x 2.62 centimetres
- Genre:
- Music, Genres & Styles, Classical,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Arnold Schoenberg was a pivotal figure in the development of modern music. His innovative compositional methods, which abandoned traditional tonality and introduced the 12-tone 'serial' technique, had a profound impact on generations of musicians. Born into a culturally rich and cosmopolitan environment, Schoenberg's musical education was cut short by tragedy, but he continued to develop his skills through self-directed study and experimentation. His early works, such as the string sextet "Verklarte Nacht", showcase his mastery of late Romantic traditions, while later compositions reveal a more radical approach to music-making. This book provides an in-depth exploration of Schoenberg's life and work, shedding light on his influential role as a composer, theorist, and teacher.
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