Horatio Parker, 1863-1919: A Study of Life and Music

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Horatio Parker, 1863-1919: A Study of Life and Music

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During the early 1900s, Horatio Parker was one of the best-known composers in the United States. He received numerous commissions and was a patriarchal figure among America's Protestant church musicians and choral societies; his symphonic works were performed by the leading orchestras of the day; and he headed the Yale School of Music for twenty-five years. Kearns's study is a thorough analysis of the circumstances leading to Parker's popularity in pre- World War I America and his neglect thereafter. The book includes a detailed narration of the composer's life and an extensive description of his major works. Over fifty examples of his music are included, as well as a comprehensive listing of works and writings.

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Kearns's excellent book should go a long way toward restoring the reputation of American composer Horatio Parker...a highly detailed and excellently documented biography...meticulously researched...this book fills a serious lacuna in American musicology and should be a part of all academic music libraries

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Mr. Kearns is to be congratulated for his work on this book. He has clearly helped to define Horatio Parker's place among the early important leaders in American music and music education...a valuable resource for any musician and should be included in every library

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