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Explore the profound insights of one of the most influential music writers of the 20th century. Nicolas Slonimsky (1894-1995) lived a life dedicated to the art of sound, serving as a conductor, composer, and educator. This volume, part of the Writings on Music series, offers a look into his perspectives on the modern era. Slonimsky's career spanned over a century, during which he conducted premieres of several 20th-century masterpieces and helped shape musical knowledge through his work on the Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians. After moving to the United States in 1926, he became a prominent freelance author, writing provocative articles about contemporary music and the musicians of his time. This book provides access to the thoughts of a man who was personally connected to the creators of modern music. Whether you are a student of music theory, a researcher, or a lover of classical history, Slonimsky's writings offer a unique window into the development of modern musical thought.

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Authored by Nicolas Slonimsky, a celebrated music writer and conductor with a career spanning 101 years.

Provides historical context on 20th-century music through the eyes of a professional who conducted many modern premieres.

Offers professional insights from an author who oversaw several editions of the Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians.

Explores contemporary music trends and personal accounts of the musicians of the modern era.

Published by Routledge, a trusted name for academic and musicological literature.

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23 January 2005
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