Adorno's ""philosophy of modern music""
Auteur :
Dennis, Christopher J.
Éditeur :
The Edwin Mellen Press Ltd
ISBN :
9780773484344
Date de publication :
31 oct. 1997
Dimensions :
24,0 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
This volume examines Adorno's principle theme: the historical demise of tonality as the basis for the valid practice of musical art. Adorno's characterization of present historical trends is read as negative, and an interpretation of this apparently essentialist position is offered.