Routledge Soviet Film Music (Contemporary Music Studies) Book

Explore the rich history of Soviet cinema through its musical legacy. This Routledge publication, part of the Contemporary Music Studies series, examines the remarkable achievements in film scoring from 1917 to 1991. Despite the challenging conditions of the era, the Soviet Union produced a unique body of work that remains significant to musicology and film history. This book highlights how cinema served as a laboratory for some of the most famous composers in history. Readers will learn how legendary figures used film to test musical concepts and themes. The text covers a wide range of influential artists, providing a deep look into how music shaped the cinematic experience during this period. It is an essential resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in the connection between classical composition and the silver screen.