As you may or may not know, this year is the Year of the Environment at Furman University. I have been compiling a list of music about the earth (forthcoming) and in looking for a recording of Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) came across this compact disc collection, with Igor Stravinsky conducting his . . .Continue reading What I’m Listening To – Stravinsky Conducts Stravinsky
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New Resource – Music-in-Print Online
If you have ever needed to find out if a score was available in print, for purchase or to request it from the library or through interlibrary loan, you know how difficult it can be. Furman faculty, students, and staff now have acces to Music-in-Print Online. This online resource includes everything found in the Music-in-Print . . .Continue reading New Resource – Music-in-Print Online
What I’m Listening To – Rosauro Marimba Concerto
In the June 2006 issue of Percussive Notes, the Rosauro Marimba Concerto is featured for its significant number of performances in the last 20 years. The article goes on to talk about its many performances, to interview the composer, and to formally analyze the piece. We happen to have two recordings of the piece in . . .Continue reading What I’m Listening To – Rosauro Marimba Concerto
What I’m Listening To – Roy Harris
Roy Harris (1898-1979), an American composer, is known for his contributions to the American symphony. Listen for his one-movement symphony, the use of folktunes, and expressive writing. In the music library, you can find the following CDs: Roy Harris – Symphony No. 3 New York Philharmonic, Leonard Bernstein (MCD0405) Portraits of Freedom: Music of Aaron . . .Continue reading What I’m Listening To – Roy Harris
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