Synopses & Reviews
Although born Giuseppe Guttovergi to a poor, immigrant Italian family, it was as Paul Creston that Giuseppe rose to prominence, becoming one of the most widely performed American composers. Rhythm was a continued subject of research for this composer, and by 1945 he had established a terminology of rhythmic structures, which he observed both in his music and the music of other composers, even writing two books on the subject. This volume presents for the first time a complete descriptive account of the life of the composer, as well as access to currently available materials by and about him.
Synopsis
Highlighting Creston's use of rhythm, this volume presents for the first time a complete descriptive account of the composer's life and work.
About the Author
MONICA J. SLOMSKI is Head of Music Cataloging at the Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford.
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Biography
Works and Performances
Discography
Bibliography
Appendix I: Alphabetical Listing of Compositions
Appendix II: Chronological Listing of Compositions
Index