Stravinsky retrospectives / edited by Ethan Haimo and Paul Johnson.

Other author Haimo, Ethan, 1950- editor.
Other author Johnson, Paul, 1954- editor.
Format Book
Publication InfoLincoln : University of Nebraska Press, ©1987.
Descriptionxii, 203 pages : music ; 26 cm
Subjects

Contents Stravinsky's "fortunate continuities" and "legitimate accidents," 1882-1982 / William Austin -- Stravinsky's verticals and Schoenberg's diagonals: a twist of fate / Milton Babbitt -- Problems of hierarchy in Stravinsky's Octet / Ethan Haimo -- Cross-collectional techniques of structure in Stravinsky's centric music / Paul Johnson -- Conundrums, conjectures, construals, or, 5 vs. 3: the influence of Russian composers on Stravinsky / Claudio Spies -- Sonata form in Stravinsky / Joseph Straus -- Stravinsky's "rejoicing discovery" and what it meant: in defense of his notorious text setting / Richard Taruskin.
Abstract Stravinsky left behind masterpieces in every major genre and worked in each of the most significant compositional styles of the twentieth century. His output was staggering, his innovations far-reaching and sometimes scandalous. This book puts the diverse achievements of this protean composer into critical and historical perspective. The contributors provide a variety of perspectives on Stravinsky's work and career. Richard Taruskin examines Stravinsky's use of text, its relation to Russian folk music, and its consequences for his rhythmic practice. Milton Babbitt vastly extends our knowledge of Stravinsky's twelve-tone procedures. Paul Johnson, Ethan Haimo, and Joseph Straus all examine Stravinsky's neoclassical works. Claudio Spies looks at the early Russian influences on Stravinsky, and William Austin provides a nuanced analysis of Stravinsky's historical importance and of recent research on his many compositions.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 86001262
ISBN0803223358 (alk. paper)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML410.S932 S794 1987 ✔ Available Place Hold