Modes of Communication in Stravinsky's Works: Sign and Expression

Per Dahl presents a communication model that demonstrates Stravinsky's heritage through logical understanding, arguing for separate music and ideas, and analyzing his vocabulary of signs and expressions in published scores.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Dahl presents a comprehensive model of communication that offers a profound and logical insight into Stravinsky's artistic heritage, drawing upon the extensive material currently available. Through this analysis, Dahl establishes a compelling argument for the distinctiveness of Stravinsky's music and his ideas, positioning them as separate entities that represent distinct modes of communication. Additionally, Dahl introduces a triangular model of communication, which expands upon Ogden's triangle by incorporating a tilted and extended version. This model serves as a framework for understanding Stravinsky's vocabulary of signs and expressions in his published scores, revealing his communicative mode towards musicians.

Dahl's model of communication provides a clear and logical framework for understanding Stravinsky's artistic heritage. By examining the available material, Dahl argues that Stravinsky's music and ideas should be considered as separate entities, each representing a distinct mode of communication. This triangular model of communication, which expands upon Ogden's triangle, serves as a valuable tool for analyzing Stravinsky's vocabulary of signs and expressions in his published scores. Through this empirical investigation, Dahl sheds light on Stravinsky's communicative mode towards musicians, highlighting the unique ways in which he expressed his artistic vision.

Weight: 372g
Dimension: 157 x 235 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032111148