Appreciation of Famous Chinese Songs of the 20th Century

Author: Liang Maochun
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book is a popular music appreciation guide that introduces and analyzes over 90 outstanding musical works composed by Chinese composers in the 20th century, including songs, small instrumental pieces, and symphonic works, divided into five chronological periods. It provides in-depth yet accessible analysis and commentary on the historical context, creative process, structural composition, and musical style of each work. The text is easy to understand, catering to both professional and amateur music enthusiasts. To facilitate a deeper understanding of the works, the book is also richly illustrated with rare personal photographs and manuscripts of the composers. This book is highly beneficial for understanding the history of 20th-century Chinese music and can also serve as an introductory reading and reference for music critics.