Grogan, Suzie
Edward Elgar: Music, Life and Landscapes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526764621
- author:
- Grogan, Suzie
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 156mm X 234mm
- Genre:
- Biography, Composers & Musicians, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Edward Elgar: Music, Life and Landscapes by Christopher Grogan Edward Elgar's music is often seen as inextricably linked to the English landscape, a connection that has captivated audiences for generations. This book explores the complex relationship between Elgar's music and the natural world, examining how his compositions reflect and respond to the environments in which he worked. Drawing on a range of sources, including post-millennial scholarship and geographical studies, the book sheds new light on Elgar's use of landscape typology in his music, as well as his encounter with Modernism in the late chamber music. By placing Elgar's work within the broader cultural context of his time, the book reveals a composer who was not only a master of his craft, but also a thoughtful and engaged observer of the world around him. With a survey of recent recordings included, this book is an ideal introduction to Elgar's music for both seasoned fans and newcomers.
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