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Philosophy of the Performing Arts
Contributor(s): Davies, David (Author)
ISBN: 1405188022     ISBN-13: 9781405188029
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $104.45  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: May 2011
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BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation
- Performing Arts
Dewey: 790.2
LCCN: 2010049296
Series: Foundations of the Philosophy of the Arts
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.05 lbs) 248 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
This book provides an accessible yet sophisticated introduction to the significant philosophical issues concerning the performing arts.

  • Presents the significant philosophical issues concerning the performing arts in an accessible style, assuming no prior knowledge

  • Provides a critical overview and a comprehensive framework for thinking about the performing arts

  • Examines the assumption that classical music provides the best model for thinking about artistic performance across the performing arts

  • Explores ways in which the 'classical paradigm' might be extended to other musical genres, to theatre, and to dance

  • Applies the thinking on performing arts to the issue of 'performance art'