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Routledge - The Music of Michael Nyman: Texts, Contexts and Intertexts

Name: Routledge - The Music of Michael Nyman: Texts, Contexts and Intertexts
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the musical world of one of the most successful living composers with this comprehensive study from Routledge. Michael Nyman has achieved international prominence over the last three decades, yet his work often sparks debate. Critics have pointed to his use of borrowing from other composers and his frequent use of self-borrowing within his compositions. In this first book-length study written in English, Pwyll ap Sion provides a deep look into Nyman's musical language. The text places Nyman's own writings into the broader landscape of Anglo-American experimentalism, minimalism, and post-minimalism. By offering these necessary contexts, the book helps readers better understand the controversial aspects of his work. This is an essential resource for students, musicians, and scholars looking to understand the development and impact of Nyman's unique musical style.

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First book-length study of Michael Nyman's work available in English.

Provides a detailed look at Nyman's writings within the context of Anglo-American experimentalism.

Examines the relationship between Nyman's music and the movements of minimalism and post-minimalism.

Offers context to help clarify and understand controversial aspects of Nyman's musical language.

Analyzes the composer's use of borrowing and self-borrowing in his musical compositions.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1859282105
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Music > Styles
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 August 2007
Listed Since: 10 February 2007

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