Like his compositions; Milton Babbitts writings about music have exerted an extraordinary influence on postwar music and thinking about music. In essays and public addresses spanning fifty years; Babbitt has grappled profoundly with central questions in the composition and apprehension of music. These writings range from personal memoirs and critical reviews to closely reasoned metatheoretical speculations and technical exegesis. In the history of music theory; there has been only a small handful of figures who have produced work of comparable stature. Taken as a whole; Babbitts writings are not only an invaluable testimony to his thinking--a priceless primary source for the intellectual and cultural history of the second half of the twentieth century--but also a remarkable achievement in their own right. Prior to this collection; Babbitts writings were scattered through a wide variety of journals; books; and magazines--many hard to find and some unavailable--and often contained typographical errors and editorial corruptions of various kinds. This volume of almost fifty pieces gathers; corrects; and annotates virtually everything of significance that Babbitt has written. The result is complete; authoritative; and fully accessible--the definitive source of Babbitts influential ideas.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Journey of DiscoveryBy The Other EcclesIts important to consider the entire title: "Silent Visions: Discovering Early Hollywood and New York Through the Films of Harold Lloyd." This book is for time travelers of all sorts. not merely the increasing number of fans devoted to Harold Lloyds timeless comedy classics. Silent Visions (etc.) is an incredibly detailed then-and-now journey of discovery throughout much of Southern California. followed by a similar sight-seeing tour of the greater New York City area that costarred with Harold in "Speedy" in 1928. With or without knowledge of the films. I dont see how anyone could not be fascinated by the hundreds (thousands?) of correlated then and now glimpses of life in these great cities or overwhelmed by the depth of research and photo-documentation. Recommended as both a detailed read and a coffee-table book. Leave it out when you invite friends over and they will entertain themselves for hours. But dont lend it.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The master detective!By JIM DALLAPEIf you love old Hollywood. youre a fan of Harold Lloyd. or youre simply interested in the various locations that Harold Lloyd used in his classic films. youll find this book to be a fascinating addition to your library. Like his other volumes. "Silent Traces" and "Silent Echoes". John Bengtson again displays his supreme detective skills in identifying the many filming locations that Lloyd used in the production of his movies. There are hundreds of quality photos and screen shots that show various streets and buildings. some of which were used in several films. and clearly highlights individual landmarks to help identify each location. I was personally overwhelmed by the number of then and now photos that are included and found it fascinating that so many of the hundred year old locations still exist. Bengtson not only shows us where the films were made. but in many cases. reveals how Lloyd filmed his "thrill" comedies. So if youve ever wondered how high up Harold actually was while hanging from the clock face or while climbing a building then this book will not disappoint you. Highly recommended!I would give it higher than five stars if I could.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Another great book by John BengtsonBy Scott CharlesAnother great book by John Bengtson. the man who brought you Silent Traces: Discovering Early Hollywood Through the Films of Charlie Chaplin and Silent Echoes: Discovering Early Hollywood Through the Films of Buster Keaton. This time. Bengtson turns his discerning eye towards the works of the great Harold Lloyd. and also visits the East Coast for the first time. where Lloyd also filmed some of his pictures.If you are a fan of Harold Lloyd. silent movies. location shooting. or just fascinating books in general. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
