A Chronological History of Australian Composers and Their Compositions - Vol. 3 1985-1998
Auteur: Stephen Pleskun
Nombre de pages: 797 pages
ISBN: 1479788848, 9781479788842
Edition: Xlibris Corporation
Date de publication: Xlibris Corporation
Description: In this third of 4 volumes that include more than 800 composers and over 30,000 compositions Stephen traces the history and development of Classical music in Australia. From obscure and forgotten composers to those who attained an international reputation this volume reveals their output, unique experiences and travails. The formation and demise of music ensembles, institutions, venues and festivals is part of the story and included in the narrative are performers, conductors, entrepreneurs, educators, administrators, instrument makers, musicologists, music critics and philanthropists. A concise yet comprehensive picture of Australian music making can be found in any given year.