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Theodor W. Adorno, primarily recognized for his role in the Frankfurt School of Critical Theory, initially made his mark as a composer and music critic. This collection features the first complete English translations of two significant compilations of his writings: "Moments musicaux," which includes essays from 1928 to 1962, and "Theory of New Music," comprising texts from 1929 to 1955. In "Moments musicaux," Adorno reflects on music through a lyrical lens, drawing parallels with Schubert's cycle and emphasizing aphorism. His essays provide in-depth aesthetic analyses, showcasing his commitment to applying philosophical rigor to music studies. "Theory of New Music" outlines his perspectives on contemporary composition, reception, and analysis. While his philosophical endeavors ultimately diverted him from a career in composition, his insights reflect both a theorist's and a composer's viewpoint. Adorno's well-known advocacy for the Second Viennese School, including Arnold Schoenberg and his students, is complemented by previously obscure writings now presented in full. This collection illuminates Adorno's extensive musical understanding and uncovers a lesser-known aspect of his influential thought.
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Night music, Theodor W. Adorno
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- Titel
- Night music
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Theodor W. Adorno
- Verlag
- Seagull Books London Ltd
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2009
- Einband
- Hardcover
- Seitenzahl
- 473
- ISBN10
- 1906497214
- ISBN13
- 9781906497217
- Reihe
- Schlagwörter
- Sachbücher, Kunst & Kultur, Wahre Geschichten, Philosophisches Thema, Musikalische Thematik, Meinungsjournalismus, Wissenschaftliche Theorien
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- 4,35 von 5 Sternen
- Beschreibung
- Theodor W. Adorno, primarily recognized for his role in the Frankfurt School of Critical Theory, initially made his mark as a composer and music critic. This collection features the first complete English translations of two significant compilations of his writings: "Moments musicaux," which includes essays from 1928 to 1962, and "Theory of New Music," comprising texts from 1929 to 1955. In "Moments musicaux," Adorno reflects on music through a lyrical lens, drawing parallels with Schubert's cycle and emphasizing aphorism. His essays provide in-depth aesthetic analyses, showcasing his commitment to applying philosophical rigor to music studies. "Theory of New Music" outlines his perspectives on contemporary composition, reception, and analysis. While his philosophical endeavors ultimately diverted him from a career in composition, his insights reflect both a theorist's and a composer's viewpoint. Adorno's well-known advocacy for the Second Viennese School, including Arnold Schoenberg and his students, is complemented by previously obscure writings now presented in full. This collection illuminates Adorno's extensive musical understanding and uncovers a lesser-known aspect of his influential thought.