The Aesthetical Writings of Giacinto Scelsi

Giacinto Scelsi's writings on music have been translated into English for the first time, providing insights into his creative process and musical message. The volume includes introductory essays, contextualized historical and cultural information, and critical analysis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 12 January 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Giacinto Scelsi (1905-1988) was a remarkable, groundbreaking, and often divisive figure in modern music. His writings have been included in anthologies of prose, poetry, and memories published in French, Italian, and German. For the first time, this volume brings selected writings into English, providing valuable insights into his creative process and enhancing our understanding of his musical message. The book includes two introductory essays by Franco Sciannameo and Alessandra Carlotta Pellegrini, covering topics such as the meaning of music, the evolution of harmony, rhythm, art and satanism, unity and equality of the arts, sound and music, and art and knowledge. The editors have placed Scelsi's aesthetical writings within a densely contextualized historical, social, and cultural landscape, offering scholarly yet approachable critical information. The volume also includes iconographic plates, a bibliography, a discography, and a comprehensive index, making it a valuable resource for scholars and music enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 414g
Dimension: 236 x 159 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538166819