Old Fogy: His Musical Opinions and Grotesques
Essays on Music, Satire, and Vintage Humor in Cultural CommentaryBy James Huneker
Length4h 14m
About this audiobook
In "Old Fogy: His Musical Opinions and Grotesques," James Huneker presents an intriguing amalgamation of music criticism and personal reflection, encapsulating the rich tapestry of late 19th-century musical thought. Written in a style characterized by eloquent prose and keen insight, Huneker delves into the complexities of contemporary music, passionately championing innovative composers while critiquing the outdated conventions of his time. The book serves not only as a collection of opinions but also as a vivid cultural commentary, reflecting the transitional phase of music from Romanticism to Modernism, and embracing the grotesque as a lens through which to evaluate art's deeper meanings. James Huneker, a prominent figure in American music criticism, was deeply influenced by the cultural shifts of his era, including the rise of European avant-garde art and music. His extensive background as a pianist and cultural commentator provided him with both the knowledge and the passion necessary to engage with music on a profound level. Huneker'Äôs unique perspective as an advocate for artistic innovation often put him at odds with his contemporaries, making his insights particularly important in understanding the evolution of musical tastes. This book appeals to both music enthusiasts and scholars, offering a rich exploration of a pivotal moment in musical history. Huneker's vivid imagery and sharp wit make "Old Fogy" a captivating read, providing timeless observations that continue to resonate in today'Äôs discourse around art and innovation. Readers will find Huneker's reflections challenge their perceptions, inviting deeper contemplation of music's role in culture.
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GenreOther
Length4 hrs 14 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
12X: BACH—ONCE, LAST, AND ALL THE TIME
2JAMES HUNEKER: INTRODUCTION
13XI: SCHUMANN: A VANISHING STAR
3I: OLD FOGY IS PESSIMISTIC
14XII: "WHEN I PLAYED FOR LISZT"
4II: OLD FOGY GOES ABROAD
15XIII: WAGNER OPERA IN NEW YORK
5III: THE WAGNER CRAZE
16XIV: A VISIT TO THE PARIS CONSERVATOIRE
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6IV: IN MOZARTLAND WITH OLD FOGY
17XV: TONE VERSUS NOISE
7V: OLD FOGY DISCUSSES CHOPIN
18XVI: TCHAIKOVSKY
8VI: MORE ANENT CHOPIN
19XVII: MUSICAL BIOGRAPHY MADE TO ORDER
9VII: PIANO PLAYING TODAY AND YESTERDAY
20XVIII: OLD FOGY WRITES A SYMPHONIC POEM
10VIII: FOUR FAMOUS VIRTUOSOS
21XIX: A COLLEGE FOR CRITICS
11IX: THE INFLUENCE OF DADDY LISZT
22XX: A WONDER CHILD
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