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The Stage Works of Philip Glass is a rich exploration of Glass and his widely acclaimed music for the theatre within the context of other composers interested in so-called minimalist features. It assesses different critical interpretations of Glass's work, and sheds light on his challenging creative philosophy.

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'… reading the book is not only pertinent but necessary.' Jesús Rodríguez Lenin, Minimalismore

Table of Contents
Preface; Background; 1. Introduction; 2. Terminology and Stages of Minimalism; 3. Terminology: Post-Minimalism, Postmodernism, and Neo-Romanticism; 4. Philip Glass's Early Life and Career (1937-1975); STAGE WORKS: 5. Theater; 6. Language and Philosophy; 7. Themes, Genres, and Archetypes; 8. Multimedia and Hybrid Genres; 9. Dance; 10. Music; 11. Critical and Audience Reception; 12. Conclusion; Endnotes; Bibliography.

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 12/21/2023 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781107628069, 978-1107628069
      ISBN10: 1107628067
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The Stage Works of Philip Glass is a rich exploration of Glass and his widely acclaimed music for the theatre within the context of other composers interested in so-called minimalist features. It assesses different critical interpretations of Glass's work, and sheds light on his challenging creative philosophy.

      Trade Review
      '… reading the book is not only pertinent but necessary.' Jesús Rodríguez Lenin, Minimalismore

      Table of Contents
      Preface; Background; 1. Introduction; 2. Terminology and Stages of Minimalism; 3. Terminology: Post-Minimalism, Postmodernism, and Neo-Romanticism; 4. Philip Glass's Early Life and Career (1937-1975); STAGE WORKS: 5. Theater; 6. Language and Philosophy; 7. Themes, Genres, and Archetypes; 8. Multimedia and Hybrid Genres; 9. Dance; 10. Music; 11. Critical and Audience Reception; 12. Conclusion; Endnotes; Bibliography.

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