Music of the First World War Contributor(s): Tyler, Don (Author) |
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ISBN: 1440839964 ISBN-13: 9781440839962 Publisher: Greenwood OUR PRICE: $69.30 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | Military - World War I - Music | History & Criticism - General |
Dewey: 780.904 |
LCCN: 2015043600 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1.60 lbs) 328 pages |
Themes: - Chronological Period - 1900-1919 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Why was music so important to soldiers abroad during World War I? What role did music--ranging from classical to theater music, rags, and early jazz--play on the American homefront? Music of the First World War explores the tremendous importance of music during the years of the Great War--when communication technologies were extremely limited and music often took the place of connecting directly with loved ones or reminiscing via recorded images. The book's chapters cover music's contribution to the war effort; the variety of war-related songs, popular hits, and top recording artists of the war years; the music of Broadway shows and other theater productions; and important composers and lyricists. The author also explores the development of the fledgling recording industry at this time. |