Annegret Fauser Bücher
Annegret Fauser ist eine angesehene Wissenschaftlerin, deren Werk sich mit den reichen Schnittstellen von Musik, Kultur und Geschichte beschäftigt. Ihre Forschung untersucht kritisch bedeutende historische Momente und Orte und deckt auf, wie Musik als Kanal für kulturellen Austausch und Verständnis fungiert. Durch ihre Gelehrsamkeit beleuchtet Fauser die dynamischen Prozesse des kulturellen Transfers und die tiefgreifenden Auswirkungen musikalischer Begegnungen auf die gesellschaftliche Entwicklung. Ihre Schriften bieten aufschlussreiche Perspektiven auf die komplexen Beziehungen zwischen künstlerischem Ausdruck und breiteren historischen Kontexten.
Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring
- 134 Seiten
- 5 Lesestunden
Appalachian Spring, with music by Aaron Copland and choreography by Martha Graham, counts among the best known American contributions to the global concert hall and stage. Distinguished musicologist Annegret Fauser offers a concise and lively introduction to the history of the work, its realization on stage, and its transformations over time.
Musical Encounters at the 1889 Paris World's Fair
- 416 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
Focusing on the 1889 Exposition Universelle, this book delves into the multifaceted role of music during the fair, examining its appropriation, exhibition, and the varied ways it was experienced and documented. It highlights the sociopolitical implications of music in France and broader Europe during the late nineteenth century, offering insights into how music served not only as entertainment but also as a tool for cultural expression and national identity.
The essays delve into the interplay between music and cultural identity, showcasing the contributions of composers, performers, and critics. With three pieces newly translated into English, the collection highlights the scholarly work of a distinguished figure whose career bridges the Atlantic. Through these articles, readers gain insights into the ways music influences and reflects personal and collective identities across different contexts.