New Perspectives On The Music And Performances: A Comprehensive Exploration

Rammstein on Fire: New Perspectives on the Music and Performances

by John T. Littlejohn

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Music and performances are integral parts of human culture and society. They have the power to move us, inspire us, and connect us with others. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in understanding the complex relationships between music, performance, and culture. This book brings together leading scholars in the field to offer new perspectives on these relationships.

Chapters

The book is divided into three parts. Part I, "The Analysis of Music and Performances," explores the different ways in which music and performances can be analyzed. Chapter 1, by Kofi Agawu, provides a theoretical framework for the analysis of African music. Chapter 2, by Susan McClary, examines the relationship between music and gender. Chapter 3, by Richard Taruskin, explores the history of musical performance.

Part II, "The Interpretation of Music and Performances," examines the different ways in which music and performances can be interpreted. Chapter 4, by Lawrence Kramer, explores the role of the listener in musical interpretation. Chapter 5, by Philip Bohlman, examines the relationship between music and ritual. Chapter 6, by Marcia Citron, explores the interpretation of popular music.

Part III, "The Aesthetics of Music and Performances," explores the different ways in which music and performances can be evaluated. Chapter 7, by Peter Kivy, examines the nature of musical beauty. Chapter 8, by Lydia Goehr, explores the relationship between music and ethics. Chapter 9, by Ellen Dissanayake, explores the evolutionary significance of music.

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the latest perspectives on music and performances. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex relationships between music, performance, and culture.

About the Authors

The authors of this book are leading scholars in the field of music and performance studies. Kofi Agawu is a professor of music at Princeton University. Susan McClary is a professor of music at the University of California, Berkeley. Richard Taruskin is a professor of music at the University of California, Berkeley. Lawrence Kramer is a professor of music at Stanford University. Philip Bohlman is a professor of music at the University of Chicago. Marcia Citron is a professor of music at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Peter Kivy is a professor of philosophy at Rutgers University. Lydia Goehr is a professor of music at Columbia University. Ellen Dissanayake is a professor of anthropology at the University of Washington.

Image Credits

The images in this book are courtesy of the following sources:

• Figure 1.1: "African xylophone" by User:Mattis50 is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
• Figure 2.1: "The Scream" by Edvard Munch is in the public domain
• Figure 3.1: "The Beatles performing at Shea Stadium" by User:The Beatles is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
• Figure 4.1: "The Mona Lisa" by Leonardo da Vinci is in the public domain
• Figure 5.1: "The Sistine Chapel ceiling" by Michelangelo is in the public domain
• Figure 6.1: "The Great Wall of China" by User:Diliff is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

Rammstein on Fire: New Perspectives on the Music and Performances

by John T. Littlejohn

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	650 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	285 pages
Paperback	:	178 pages
Item Weight	:	11.5 ounces
Dimensions	:	6.85 x 0.4 x 9.7 inches

FREE