Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life and Music by Porte

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Author Porte, John Fielder
Title Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life and Music
Credits E-text prepared by David Newman, Keith M. Eckrich, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Edward MacDowell: A Great American Tone Poet, His Life and Music" by John F. Porte is a biographical account of the distinguished American composer, written in the early 20th century. The work offers an insightful exploration into the life, works, and legacy of Edward MacDowell, highlighting his significant contributions to music and his role as a cultural figure in America. The narrative emphasizes MacDowell's innovative approach to composition and his fervent desire for recognition within the classical music landscape. The opening of the book sets the stage for understanding MacDowell’s musical journey and character. It begins with an introduction that reflects on the admiration he garnered from contemporaries and includes examples of philosophical musings on art and music. The text delves into MacDowell's formative years, discussing his initial music education in New York and France, his influences, and how these experiences shaped his identity as a composer. The narrative sketches MacDowell's struggles with societal expectations and his aspirations for musical individualism, laying the groundwork for a deeper analysis of his compositions and their relevance to American culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class MT: Music: Musical instruction and study, Composition
Subject Composers -- United States -- Biography
Subject MacDowell, Edward, 1860-1908
Category Text
EBook-No. 14185
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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