Biographies, Classical Composers, Elliott Carter

Thoroughly researched and accessible to the lay reader, the book will intrigue readers who wish to deepen their appreciation of this legendary composer — Library Journal More…

A rare example of a book devoted entirely to a single, recent composition. . . . Show[s] how Carter manages to create a reliably functioning mechanism more than equal to the demands he makes... — Musical Times More…

Link's exhaustive compilation will be a significant addition to the library of any serious student of 20th century music. . . . helpful . . . [and] remarkably complete — Choice More…

this is a most valuable addition to the growing body of Elliott Carter literature. The fourteen chapters present a broad range of topics and approaches to this music, and address pieces throughout... — Notes: Journal of the Music Library Association More…

absorbing, frequently demanding but always rewarding reading — Gramophone Magazine More…

These volumes should arouse interest in the publication of comprehensive biographies for these and other American composers. They belong in every music library and on the shelves of anyone interested... — Notes: Journal of the Music Library Association More…

Jonathan Bernard's collection. . . includes several highly characteristic pieces. . . he emphasizes the more substantial and elaborate materials of the essays and lectures. Bernard's selection... — Music and Letters More…

An indispensable volume for any admirer of this fascinating American pioneer — BBC Music Magazine More…