The Cambridge Companion to Electronic Music (Cambridge Companions to Music)
Contributors: Nick Collins (Editor)
Edition: 1 edition
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: January 14, 2008
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 312
ISBN-13: 9780521688659
Subjects: Electronic musical instruments; Techniques of music; Music; Music/Songbooks; General; Music / General; Genres & Styles - Electronic
Description: "Electronic music has grown to a broad field of investigation, taking in historical movements such as musique concrete and elektronische musik, and contemporary trends such as electronic dance music and electronica. A fascinating array of composers and inventors have contributed to a diverse set of technologies, practices and music. This book brings together some novel threads through this scene, from the viewpoint of researchers at the forefront of the sonic explorations empowered by electronic technology. The chapters provide accessible and insightful overviews of core topic areas and uncover some hitherto less publicised corners of worldwide movements. Recent areas of intense activity such as audiovisuals, live electronic music, interactivity and network music are actively promoted."--Jacket.