Claude Debussy [electronic resource] / David J. Code.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Code, David J.

Series:

Critical lives (London, England)

Critical lives

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Composers--France--Biography.

Composers.

Debussy, Claude, 1862-1918.

Debussy, Claude.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (218 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Reaktion Books, 2010.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

French composer Claude Debussy (1862-1918) created music that was revolutionary, with a distinctly modern sound that highlighted the intersection of art and life. Here, in this unique biography, David J. Code explores the important moments in the development of Debussy's literary interests that shaped his music-and in the process brings to life Debussy's sardonic personality. Claude Debussy presents an in-depth look at how Debussy's love for poetry influenced his musical compositions. Code explores both Debussy's earlier years, filled with student cantat

Contents:

Debussy Cover; Imprint page; Contents; Introduction; 1. A Music that Clothes the Poetry; 2. A Dream from Which One Draws Back the Veils; 3. The Art of a Curious Savage; 4. Something New, Which Surprises Even Ourselves; Epilogue; References; Select Bibliography; Select Discography; Acknowledgements; Photo Acknowledgements

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references.

Discography: (p. 211-214).

ISBN:

1-280-49395-X

9786613589187

1-86189-985-8

OCLC:

767503845