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This resource provides a study of a modern tradition in English art music of the early 20th century based on the era's focus on diatonicism and its ability to convey metaphysical and mystical feelings. Matthew Riley remaps traditional understandings of this era, emphasizing the importance of co...

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Main Author: Riley, Matthew, 1975- (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2025]
Subjects:
Music > England > 19th century > History and criticism.
Music > England > 20th century > History and criticism.
Diatonicism > England > History.
Musique > Angleterre > 19e siècle > Histoire et critique.
MUSIC.
Christian.
Religious.
Genres & Styles.
Music.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This resource provides a study of a modern tradition in English art music of the early 20th century based on the era's focus on diatonicism and its ability to convey metaphysical and mystical feelings. Matthew Riley remaps traditional understandings of this era, emphasizing the importance of convention and craft in its development.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations.
Audience:Specialized.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780197684559
0197684556
9780197684535
019768453X