Carol A. Hess
Aaron Copland in Latin America: Music and Cultural Politics
Aaron Copland in Latin America: Music and Cultural Politics
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Aaron Copland made four government-sponsored tours of Latin America between 1941 and 1963, which facilitated an exchange of music and ideas with Latin American composers and captured the tenor of United States diplomatic efforts. Carol A. Hess's book examines the composer's approach to cultural diplomacy and the broader meanings behind reviews of Copland and his critics.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2023
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Between 1941 and 1963, the renowned composer Aaron Copland embarked on four government-sponsored tours of Latin America, garnering widespread attention both domestically and internationally. In-depth research by Carol A. Hess sheds light on Copland's approach to cultural diplomacy, drawing from interviews with eyewitnesses, previously untapped Latin American press accounts, and Copland's personal diaries. Hess reveals that Copland's tours served as a platform for exchanging music and ideas with Latin American composers, while also capturing the essence of United States diplomatic endeavors at different historical junctures.
In Latin America, Copland introduced the works of U.S. composers, including his own, through a diverse range of channels, including lectures, radio broadcasts, live performances, and engaging conversations. Back in the United States, he leveraged his celebrity to highlight and promote regional composers he admired. Hess's examination of Latin America's reception of Copland offers a rich tapestry of external perspectives on the composer and his mission. She delves into the broader implications behind critical reviews of Copland, exploring the backgrounds, training, aesthetics, and political contexts of his critics.
Through her meticulous research, Hess provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of Aaron Copland's cultural diplomacy in Latin America. Her work sheds light on the composer's artistic endeavors, his contributions to the promotion of music and cultural exchange, and the broader impact of his tours on the understanding and appreciation of American music in the region.
Weight: 580g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252086953
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