Techniques of the Contemporary Composer

A practical guide to compositional techniques, resources, and technologies, based loosely on the author's earlier New Music Composition (Schirmer Books, 1977). ... » 

A practical guide to compositional techniques, resources, and technologies, based loosely on the author's earlier New Music Composition (Schirmer Books, 1977). Following a survey of 19th century harmonic and melodic techniques, chapters trace the development of the traditional and modern elements th «