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Explore the value of spontaneity and disruption with The Aesthetics of Imperfection in Music and the Arts. This comprehensive collection by Bloomsbury examines how flaws and unfinished elements shape artistic meaning. While many commentators focus on formal perfection, this volume looks at the energy found in the unplanned. This work provides the first exploration of imperfection across all types of musical performance, including both improvisation and the interpretation of established compositions. Beyond music, the text addresses the experience of spontaneous creation in visual art, dance, comedy, architecture, and design. It offers a deep look at the meaning and value of the unfinished across various artistic media.

Key Features

This Bloomsbury academic book explores spontaneity, disruption, and energy over formal perfection.

The text provides a comprehensive study of imperfection across all forms of musical performance.

Content covers a wide range of disciplines including music, visual art, dance, comedy, and architecture.

The volume addresses the specific meaning and value of improvisation and spontaneous creation.

This collection examines both the improvisation and interpretation of musical compositions.

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Release Date
01 October 2020
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27 December 2019

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