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OverviewAs a composer and as an author, Ned Rorem occupies a position of considerable influence and importance in American music. His numerous musical works are performed frequently, and his critical writings offer unmatched insights into contemporary music. This bibliography will serve as an important resource for those seeking more information about this distinguished American composer and his works. The book is divided into four sections: a brief biography, a complete list of works and performances, a discography of commercially produced sound recordings, and a bibliography of writings by and about Ned Rorem. The list of works and performances includes Rorem's plays and books, works in preparation, and his musical compositions. The latter are classified by genre and arranged alphabetically within each category. Each entry provides as much information as possible about the date of composition and publication, publisher, duration, medium of performance, literary source, commission, dedication, and dates of the premiere and subsequent performances. A directory of publishers and their addresses is also provided. Citations in the discography are arranged by label and number and include contents, performers, date of issue, and album title. The bibliographical section includes annotations or brief quotations from the cited item. Three appendixes complete the work. The first provides an alphabetical listing of Rorem's compositions, including individual songs in cycles, distinctive subtitles, working titles, and titles of unpublished works. Appendix II is a chronological list of compositions and Appendix III provides a list of the literary sources for Rorem's works. This unique reference tool belongs in all music reference collections. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Arlys McDonaldPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Greenwood Press Edition: Annotated edition Volume: No 23 Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.608kg ISBN: 9780313255656ISBN 10: 0313255652 Pages: 294 Publication Date: 26 June 1989 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews?Offering a comprehensive package covering the life and works of American composer Ned Rorem, McDonald stresses Rorem's affinity for the vocal style in composition and the importance of Rorem's output of prose literature. The volume includes a concise biographical overview of the composer a complete list of his works (e.g., compositions, premieres, selected performances, plays, books, and a discography of commercial recordings). The major core of the work is an annotated bibliography of writings by and about Rorem. It is well indexed and includes three appendixes: an alphabetical list of compositions, a chronological list of compositions, and an alphabetical list of literary sources. McDonald's volume is important in demonstrating the talent and creativity of this complex composer who has had a very busy career. Ned Rorem is a useful resource work that primarily belongs in conservatory, music school, and university libraries. It will interest musicians (especially composers, singers, and vocal teachers) and those who would like to examine the composer's talent as an author. Highly recommended.?-ARBA Author InformationARLYS L. MCDONALD is Head of the Music Library at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ. She is author of Phoenix in New Groves Dictionary of American Music (1986). Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |