Lewis Foreman's classic biography of the composer Arnold Bax (1883-1953) was first published in 1983. Documenting the life and times of a remarkable figure whose life touched a wide circle in England and Ireland, it was notable for having many of Bax's friends and contemporaries as sources, most of whom have since died. It also informed the remarkable revival of Bax's music and reputation which has taken place over the last twenty years. Now completely revised in the light of much new material including the huge archive of the pianist Harriet Cohen, Bax's mistress, which has only just become...
Lewis Foreman's classic biography of the composer Arnold Bax (1883-1953) was first published in 1983. Documenting the life and times of a remarkable f...
From medieval chorales, to light operetta, to electronically generated 'musique concrete', this title offers meticulous coverage of musical composition and criticism, past and present. Information Sources in Music is an easy-to-use, evaluative guide to the wide range of published sources of information available. Arranged by subject, each entry includes a brief description of the source, frequency of publication, and price and serial information where appropriate. As a time-saving resource this title will enable researchers to go straight to the information they need, indicating the range of...
From medieval chorales, to light operetta, to electronically generated 'musique concrete', this title offers meticulous coverage of musical compositio...
This Compendium provides a comprehensive analysis and appraisal of all of Scott's available music and a broad picture of his entire output in literary, dramatic and philosophical genres.
This Compendium provides a comprehensive analysis and appraisal of all of Scott's available music and a broad picture of his entire output in literary...