This book is the first to examine the brilliant gathering of composers; conductors; and other musicians who fled Nazi Germany and arrived in the Los Angeles area. Musicologist Dorothy Lamb Crawford looks closely at the lives; creative work; and influence of sixteen performers; fourteen composers; and one opera stage director; who joined this immense migration beginning in the 1930s. Some in this group were famous when they fled Europe; others would gain recognition in the young musical culture of Los Angeles; and still others struggled to establish themselves in an environment often resistant to musical innovation.Emphasizing individual voices; Crawford presents short portraits of Igor Stravinsky; Arnold Schoenberg; and the other musicians while also considering their influence as a group—in the film industry; in music institutions in and around Los Angeles; and as teachers who trained the next generation. The book reveals a uniquely vibrant era when Southern California became a hub of unprecedented musical talent.
#1848783 in Books 2010-04-20Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.40 x .91 x 9.06l; 3.38 #File Name: 0300155662224 pages
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Greeat intro bookBy Steven R. SeveranceThis is a great intro book to buddhist art. It is wonderfully illustrated with interesting pieces. The text is very good too and not overwhelmingly detailed. _Not for experts or academics this is for home enjoyment.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Stephen MK ChuaComprehensive tome for lovers of art history.
