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.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc3032 |
| Date | 12 1900 |
| Creators | Shouha, Laura |
| Contributors | Veazey, Charles O., Brothers, Lester, Dworak, Paul E., 1951-, Reynolds, Kathleen |
| Publisher | University of North Texas |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | Text |
| Rights | Public, Copyright, Shouha, Laura, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved. |
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