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"In 57 articles by musicologists, composers, performers, music sociologists and educationalists from around the world, this essential ""Companion"" presents the most comprehensive survey of current musical thought. Wide-ranging insight is offered into all aspects of music scholarship and practice, and the volumes provide a fascinating cross-section of ideas to stimulate study and debate. Compiled by leading figures in the international music community, under a prestigious editorial team, the ""Companion"" reflects today's attitudes and practices in one, unified source. The ""Companion"" is organized within the broad framework of cultural, technological, structural and interpretational viewpoints. The first part examines the relationship between people and music. The second presents a unique exploration and analysis of music and modern technology. In the third part, the structure of music is explained, including the very latest research in core concepts. The final part covers the complex issues of interpretation, looking at how present-day performers and scholars should approach the composers, instruments and performers of the past."

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... the emphasis on ideas, not facts, and the giddy scope of the research coupled with useful biographies, provides a solid reference tool and stimulus for debate, a companion with which the daring reader will surely enjoy the regular challenge of dancing cheek to cheek.. - Times Higher Education Supplement

... the emphasis on ideas, not facts, and the giddy scope of the research coupled with useful biographies, provides a solid reference tool and stimulus for debate, a companion with which the daring reader will surely enjoy the regular challenge of dancing cheek to cheek.. <br>- Times Higher Education Supplement <br>

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