The Music of Edmund Rubbra
Last updated: 17.12.19
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1993 |
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Ralph Scott Grover |
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Scolar Press |
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0859679101 |
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Hardcover (May 1993)
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Synopsis
The music of Edmund Rubbra is the first comprehensive study of the
work of this important but neglected twentieth century British
composer. Written by an American musicologist, it features detailed
discussions of the music in each genre: the eleven symphonies; other
important orchestral music; concertos for piano, violin, and viola
together with other concerto-related works; solo instrumental music;
chamber music, including four string quartets, two piano trios, and
music for various combinations such as recorders and harpsichord; a
vast quanitity of choral music; songs; and, finally, miscellaneous
works. Supporting these discussions are many detailed analysis,
illustrated by 277 music examples. Together, these demonstrate the
considerable contrapuntal and rhythmic complexities that are integral
parts of Rubbra's musical thought, together with a distinctive and
individual style. Rubbra wrote analytical articles on his music, and
excerpts from these are often intertwined with the author's analyses.
In addition, significant reviews of his music, gathered from leading
musical journals, are included.