In this book, Ronald Ebrecht has meticulously studied each of Durufle's works and put together the first book to discuss in detail all of Durufle's music. With encouragement from Durufle's editor and the foundation established in his name, Ebrecht has compiled copious examples from manuscript sources to be published for the first time along with the little-known contextualizing works of Messiaen and Barraine. Most widely known for his masterpiece Requiem, the composer's orchestral gems are analyzed alongside his delightful miniature: the orchestration of the Sicilienne. The organ works which set the standard for virtuosity at conservatories around the world are given new insightful and thorough evaluation by Ebrecht, whose long association with late 19
th and early 20
th century France and French music affords illuminating connections between Durufle and his predecessors and successors with sweeping insight and minute detail.
About the AuthorRonald Ebrecht is professor emeritus from Wesleyan University.
Book InformationISBN 9781498527873
Author Ronald EbrechtFormat Hardback
Page Count 510
Imprint Lexington BooksPublisher Lexington Books
Weight(grams) 998g
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 161mm * 37mm