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European Composers on the American Tour, 1900–1914
European Composers on the American Tour, 1900–1914 examines how Richard Strauss, Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, and Coleridge-Taylor experienced US concert tours in the early twentieth century. It connects their visits with American concert life, cultural exchange, race, gender, musical aesthetics, and debates about national identity.
At a glance
- Focuses on the American concert tours of Richard Strauss, Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, and Coleridge-Taylor.
- Frames the tours as both musical events and transatlantic cultural exchange.
- Discusses how American audiences and critics responded to the visiting composers.
- Ties concert history to questions of race, gender, aesthetics, and cultural identity.
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View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- A focused account of four composers’ US visits offers a defined topic rather than a general survey of classical music.
- The described approach links musical history with broader cultural and social questions.
- The listed 348-page length allows room for a substantial historical discussion.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University of Rochester Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | June 30, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 348 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1648251684 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1648251689 |
| Weight listed | 1.36 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.81 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of early twentieth-century American concert history and classical music scholarship.
- Those interested in transatlantic cultural exchange and the reception of European art in the United States.
- Readers studying Richard Strauss, Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, or Coleridge-Taylor in a historical context.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for scores, performance instruction, or a general introduction to classical music.
- Readers seeking a biography of just one of the four composers.
Frequently asked questions
Which composers are covered?
The book focuses on Richard Strauss, Saint-Saëns, Scriabin, and Coleridge-Taylor and their American tours.
What historical period does it cover?
Its scope is 1900–1914, with the description identifying Strauss’s 1904 tour and the other three composers’ tours in 1906–07.
Does the book address topics beyond the concerts themselves?
Yes. The description says it considers cultural exchange, American reception, race, gender, musical aesthetics, and American cultural identity.
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