Watson, Laura
Paul Dukas: Composer and Critic
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783273836
- author:
- Watson, Laura
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The Boydell Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 305
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres
- Genre:
- Music,Genres & Styles, Classical,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Paul Dukas: Composer and Critic Laura Watson explores the life and work of Paul Dukas, a major figure in fin-de-siècle and early twentieth-century French music. A composer, critic, editor, and composition teacher, Dukas was internationally recognised for his contributions to Parisian musical cultures and critical debates. Dukas's works reflect both French sensibilities and transnational appeal, with pieces such as L'Apprenti sorcier and the opera Ariane et Barbe-Bleue remaining relevant today. His music exemplifies the twin attractions of tradition and progress, as seen in compositions like the Piano Sonata and ballet La Péri. This book is the first full-length study of Dukas in English, offering a nuanced understanding of his critical essays as a form of creative, philosophical thought that shaped both his artistic voice and the Parisian music scene.
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