Stravinsky and Balanchine by Charles M Joseph
Igor Stravinsky and George Balanchine, among the most influential artists of the 20th century, together created the music and movement for many ballet masterpieces. This is a study of one of the greatest artistic collaborations in history. Drawing on extensive research, Charles Joseph discusses the Stravinsky-Balanchine ballets against a rich contextual backdrop. He explores the background and psychology of the two men, the dynamics of their interactions, their personal and professional similarities and differences, and the political and historical circumstances that conditioned their work. He describes the dancers, designers and sponsors with whom they worked. He explains the two men's approach to the creative process and the genesis of each of the collaborative ballets, demolishing much received wisdom on the subject. He also analyzes selected sections of music and dance, providing examples of Stravinsky's working sketches and other illustrative materials.
"The book is written with exemplary clarity, and it is highly original, enjoyable to read, and genuinely interdisciplinaryThere is both a music and a dance readership for it." Stephanie Jordan, Roehampton University of Surrey
Charles M. Joseph, professor of music at Skidmore College, is also the author of Stravinsky Inside Out (0 300 07537 5, [pound]22.50*), published by Yale University Press.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780300087123 |
| ISBN 10 | 0300087128 |
| Title | Stravinsky and Balanchine |
| Author | Charles M Joseph |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Yale University Press |
| Year published | 2002-06-10 |
| Number of pages | 416 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |