The Music of Edmund Rubbra
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Printed: 1993 Author: Ralph Scott Grover
Publisher: Scolar Press ISBN: 0859679101
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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.