Books in the American Composers series

A bold innovator who redefined contemporary opera

An introduction to the extraordinary life of John Cage, composer, writer, and artist

The first in-depth look at a highly innovative jazz icon

Music's inclusivity - its potential to unite cultures, disciplines, and individuals - defined the life and career of Lou Harrison (1917-2003). Beyond studying with leading composers of the avant-garde such as Henry Cowell and Arnold Schoenberg, Harrison has achieved fame for his distinctive blending of cultures. This title gives his portrait.

A revealing portrait of a legend of American classical music

A popular Victorian composer of organ and choral music

The first book-length study devoted to Rudolf Friml's multifaceted musical legacy

A biography and critical investigation of Alec Wilder's music.

Inside an original modern musical mind