Description
Book SynopsisIncludes a detailed narration of the composer's life and an extensive description of his major works. Over fifty examples of his music are included, as well as a comprehensive listing of works and writings.
Trade ReviewKearns's excellent book should go a long way toward restoring the reputation of American composer Horatio Parker...a highly detailed and excellently documented biography...meticulously researched...this book fills a serious lacuna in American musicology and should be a part of all academic music libraries. * CHOICE *
...cover[s] the composer's life in a clear, concise manner...the author is quite adept at pointing out thematic continuity within pieces...will hopefully make Kearns's work available to a wider audience. Kearns's careful documentation of his connectionwith the Three Choirs Festival make fascinating reading.—Peter Dickinson, Music & Letters ... engaging... an extremely thorough and well-balanced view... packed with carefully researched and fully documented information....—Pamela Fox, American Musiccc * Fontes Artis Musicae *
...does justice to a worthy composer...makes a good case for the revival of some of [his] works. * Notes: Quarterly Journal of the Music Library Association *
Mr. Kearns is to be congratulated for his work on this book. He has clearly helped to define Horatio Parker's place among the early important leaders in American music and music education...a valuable resource for any musician and should be included in every library. * Journal of Historical Research in Music Education *
...cover[s] the composer's life in a clear, concise manner...the author is quite adept at pointing out thematic continuity within pieces...will hopefully make Kearns's work available to a wider audience. Kearns's careful documentation of his connection with the Three Choirs Festival make fascinating reading.—Peter Dickinson, Music & Letters ... engaging... an extremely thorough and well-balanced view... packed with carefully researched and fully documented information....—Pamela Fox, American Music * Fontes Artis Musicae *
