Kaija Saariaho by Pirkko Moisala (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Kaija Saariaho by Pirkko Moisala Introducing a bold contemporary composer whose work embraces both technology and traditional structures FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book is the first comprehensive study of the music and career of contemporary composer Kaija Saariaho. Born in Finland in 1952, Saariaho received her early musical training at the Sibelius Academy, where her close circle included composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen. She has since become internationally known and recognized for her operas Lamour de loin and Adriana Mater and other works that involve electronic music. Her influences include the spectral analysis of timbre, especially string sounds, micropolyphonic techniques, the visual and literary arts, and sounds in the natural world. Pirkko Moisala approaches the unique characteristics of Saariahos music through composition sketches, scores, critical reviews, and interviews with the composer and her trusted musicians. Drawing extensively from this material, Moisala describes the development of Saariahos career and international reception, the characteristics of her musical expression, and the progression of her compositional process. Notes Introducing a bold contemporary composer whose work embraces both technology and traditional structures Author Biography Pirkko Moisala is a professor of musicology at Helsinki University, Finland, and a coeditor of the anthology Music and Gender. Review "This insightful book is a foundational resource for anyone seeking an understanding of Saariahos music. It is a stimulant to the imagination and the creative spirit."--Linda Dusman, composer, sound artist, and chair of the department of music, University of Maryland, Baltimore County"A significant contribution. An in-depth study of the life and music of a critically acclaimed yet controversial composer who is redefining the boundaries between music and noise."--Ellen K. Grolman, author of Joan Tower: The Comprehensive Bio-Bibliography Promotional Introducing a bold contemporary composer whose work embraces both technology and traditional structures Long Description This book is the first comprehensive study of the music and career of contemporary composer Kaija Saariaho. Born in Finland in 1952, Saariaho received her early musical training at the Sibelius Academy, where her close circle included composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen. She has since become internationally known and recognized for her operas Lamour de loin and Adriana Mater and other works that involve electronic music. Her influences include the spectral analysis of timbre, especially string sounds, micropolyphonic techniques, the visual and literary arts, and sounds in the natural world. Pirkko Moisala approaches the unique characteristics of Saariahos music through composition sketches, scores, critical reviews, and interviews with the composer and her trusted musicians.This insightful book is a foundational resource for anyone seeking an understanding of Saariahos music. It is a stimulant to the imagination and the creative spirit.--Linda Dusman, composer, sound artist, and chair of the department of music, University of Maryland, Baltimore County A significant contribution. An in-depth study of the life and music of a critically acclaimed yet controversial composer who is redefining the boundaries between music and noise.--Ellen K. Grolman, author of Joan Tower: The Comprehensive Bio-Bibliography Review Quote "This insightful book is a foundational resource for anyone seeking an understanding of Saariahos music. It is a stimulant to the imagination and the creative spirit."--Linda Dusman, composer, sound artist, and chair of the department of music, University of Maryland, Baltimore County Description for Bookstore This book is the first comprehensive study of the music and career of contemporary composer Kaija Saariaho. Born in Finland in 1952, Saariaho received her early musical training at the Sibelius Academy, where her close circle included composer and conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen. She has since become internationally known and recognized for her operas Lamour de loin and Adriana Mater and other works that involve electronic music. Her influences include the spectral analysis of timbre, especially string sounds, micropolyphonic techniques, as well as the visual and literary arts and sounds in the natural world. Pirkko Moisala approaches the unique characteristics of Saariahos music through composition sketches, scores, critical reviews, and interviews with the composer and her trusted musicians. Details ISBN0252032772 Author Pirkko Moisala Publisher University of Illinois Press Language English ISBN-10 0252032772 ISBN-13 9780252032776 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2009 Imprint University of Illinois Press Country of Publication United States Short Title KAIJA SAARIAHO Series Number 00 Place of Publication Baltimore Affiliation Abo Akademi University Illustrations 9 black and white photographs, 4 maps UK Release Date 2009-04-20 NZ Release Date 2009-04-20 US Release Date 2009-04-20 Pages 144 Series Women Composers Publication Date 2009-04-20 DEWEY 780.92 Audience General AU Release Date 2009-04-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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