The Musical Language of Joan Tower: An Energy Line Analysis of Island Prelude for Oboe and Wind Quartet

This dissertation provides an analysis of Island Prelude based on a method of analysis prescribed by the composer. The method, Energy Line Analysis, is essential to an enlightened performance. The content of this dissertation includes: biographical information, compositional influences, Joan Tower s...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Shouha, Laura
Other Authors: Veazey, Charles O., Brothers, Lester, Dworak, Paul E., 1951-, Reynolds, Kathleen
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Published: University of North Texas 2001
Subjects:
Tower
Joan
1938- Island prelude
Energy Line Analysis
Joan Tower
Island Prelude
oboe
biographical information
compositional influences
Tower Island
Online Access:http://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc3032/
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Summary:This dissertation provides an analysis of Island Prelude based on a method of analysis prescribed by the composer. The method, Energy Line Analysis, is essential to an enlightened performance. The content of this dissertation includes: biographical information, compositional influences, Joan Tower style periods, her works involving the oboe in a major role, and an Energy Line Analysis chart of Island Prelude. Island Prelude represents Joan Tower's musical language, the understanding of which is essential in an interpretation of her music.

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