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University of California Press Composing the Citizen: Music as Public Utility - UC Press

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Explore a unique perspective on the role of music in Western society with Composing the Citizen. In this study, Jann Pasler examines how music functioned as a tool for nation-building in Third Republic France. Following the crises of 1871, people across all social classes and political backgrounds turned to music to help revitalize the country. Rather than viewing music as a mere luxury, this book demonstrates how it was treated as a public utility. Much like essential services such as power or water, music became a part of public policy designed to teach critical judgment and build national pride. This work provides a deep look into how musical culture helped shape the identity of a modern nation during a transformative period in French history.

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Examines the history of Third Republic France and the role of music in national revitalization.

Challenges modernist ideas regarding the value and purpose of music in Western society.

Analyzes how music served as a public utility, similar to essential services like water and power.

Explores how musical engagement helped teach critical judgment among different social classes.

Provides insight into how music was used as a tool for national pride and public policy.

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Brand: University of California Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0520257405
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > History & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 14 July 2009
Listed Since: 20 October 2008

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