In 14 original articles, the contributors to this volume explore the broad range and diversity of post-World War II musical culture. Classical and jazz idioms are covered, as is the broad history of electronic music in the US.
In 14 original articles, the contributors to this volume explore the broad range and diversity of post-World War II musical culture. Classical and jaz...
The essays in this collection reflect the range and depth of musical life in the US from 1900 to 1950. Contributions consider the triumph of popular forms such as jazz and blues, as well as the art music of composers such as Charles Ives and John Cage.
The essays in this collection reflect the range and depth of musical life in the US from 1900 to 1950. Contributions consider the triumph of popular f...
Offers a comprehensive study of the music of the Fourth of July. This book offers information on notable Independence Day compositions and performances which is presented chronologically from 1777 through 2008. It demonstrates the significance of music in Fourth of July celebrations.
Offers a comprehensive study of the music of the Fourth of July. This book offers information on notable Independence Day compositions and performance...
Esther Williamson Ballou was greatly admired by all who encountered her remarkable versatility as a musician and teacher. Although her music has continued to be performed over the years since her death in 1973, this volume is the first book-length study of her life and contributions to the musical world. The result of an extensive bibliographical search, and repeated contact with Esther's husband, Harold, and her friends and colleagues, James R. Heintze's bio-bibliography will provide the researcher with information about what materials exist and where they are located, that until now was...
Esther Williamson Ballou was greatly admired by all who encountered her remarkable versatility as a musician and teacher. Although her music has co...
This is the first comprehensive reference work on America's Independence Day. Bringing attention to persons, places, and events of historical significance, the book focuses on the Fourth of July as it has been commemorated over the span of more than two centuries, starting with the first celebrations: public readings of the Declaration of Independence that occurred within days of its signing.
Biographical sketches feature presidents (and how each celebrated the Fourth) and other politicians, famous soldiers, educators, engineers, scientists, athletes, musicians, and literary figures....
This is the first comprehensive reference work on America's Independence Day. Bringing attention to persons, places, and events of historical signific...
