The Cambridge Introduction to Serialism

Emeritus Professor of Music Theory and Analysis Arnold Whittall
Cambridge University Press
9780521863414
0-521-86341-4

From the earliest years of the 20th century composers sought ways in which to break from earlier musical traditions. Serialism is one of the most prominent innovations resulting from this. From Schoenberg.

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to Stockhausen, Berg to Boulez, this introduction tells the story of how serialism emerged, and provides a basic outline of serial compositional techniques. Introduces serialism - a traditionally complex but key area of music studies - in a thorough and straightforward way Clearly and concisely describes the technical aspects of serialism, using illustrative music examples Contains a glossary to aid readers unfamiliar with specialised vocabulary."