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Explore the complex musical language of one of the twentieth century's most important composers with Olivier Messiaen's System of Signs. In this work, Andrew Shenton provides a systematic examination of Messiaen's compositional techniques. The book looks at how these methods work to express profound truths regarding the Catholic faith. Because pure music often lacks a specific program, Messiaen developed a sophisticated semiotic system to communicate spiritual concepts more clearly. This text offers a cross-disciplinary approach to understanding how his music functions as a medium for mystical and transformative power. It is an essential resource for musicologists, students, and anyone interested in the connection between musical structure and religious expression.

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Provides a detailed examination of the compositional techniques used by Olivier Messiaen.

Uses a cross-disciplinary approach to analyze how music relates to Catholic truths.

Explains the development of a sophisticated semiotic system within Messiaen's works.

Investigates the connection between musical structures and mystical or transformative powers.

Offers a systematic study of one of the most significant musicians of the twentieth century.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 February 2008
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03 August 2007

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