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Eight Symphonic Masterworks of the Twentieth Century: A Study Guide for Conductors

By (author) Leonard Slatkin

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Based on his decades of experience conducting these works, Leonard Slatkin guides readers through eight of the most beloved orchestral pieces of the twentieth century: Claude Debussy’s La MerDmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5Béla Bartók’s Concerto for OrchestraIgor Stravinsky’s Le Sacre du printemps (The Rite of Spring)George Gershwin’s An American in ParisAaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring SuiteSamuel Barber’s Adagio for StringsBenjamin Britten’s The Young Person’s Guide to the OrchestraSlatkin tackles problems conductors face before stepping onto the podium and highlights the many decisions they make during the study process, as well as in rehearsal and performance, to bring a score to life. He also shares tricks of the trade for leading efficient rehearsals and recounts engaging anecdotes from a lifetime of music making. This book will open the world of score study to conductors, other musicians, and students interested in expanding their knowledge of this essential repertoire.

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Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Published date | 5 Mar 2024
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Format | Paperback / softback
Pages | 204
Dimensions | 227 x 150 x 20mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 313g
ISBN | 978-1-5381-8680-0
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BISAC | music / instruction & study / conducting

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