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Explore the musical evolution of Pierre Boulez in this comprehensive study by Joseph R. Salem. Published by Oxford University Press, this book examines the life and creative development of one of the most important figures in twentieth-century music. The text tracks Boulez's journey from his early training and education through his confrontations with serialism and his work on major compositions like Pli selon pli in the early 1960s. Part biography and part musical survey, the book places Boulez within a network of influences to help readers understand his unique creative process. Organized into three distinct parts, the content covers his early life and the compositional shifts that shaped his legacy. This is an essential resource for those interested in music theory, composition, and the history of classical music.

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Oxford University Press presents a detailed study of Pierre Boulez and his impact on twentieth-century music.

Author Joseph R. Salem organizes the book into three parts to explain the creative process of the composer.

The text tracks Boulez's compositional development from his early training through his work on Pli selon pli.

This book serves as both a biography and a survey of the musical influences surrounding Boulez.

Readers can examine the evolution of musical ideas from early education to the era of serialism.

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Release Date
01 February 2024
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