“The Rest is Noise” Book: Sunken Cathedrals’ Summary and Reflection
Each reading assignment from "The Rest is Noise" will generate a paper of at least 750 words due at the beginning of class on the date given in the Course Calendar .The paper will be mostly a summary of the chapter assigned with about 20% of the paper consisting of personal reflection. These personal reflections should be your personal thoughts (positive or negative) on what you've read. The papers are to be submitted on Canvas and are due the beginning of each class.
Chapter 15 and Epilogue in “The Rest is Noise” Book: Sunken Cathedrals’ Summary and Reflection
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Chapter 15 and Epilogue in “The Rest is Noise” Book: Sunken Cathedrals’ Summary and Reflection
In "Sunken Cathedrals" Chapter 15 of "The Rest is Noise" book, contemporary classical music of the late 20th century is discussed, including the groundbreaking work of John Adams. The chapter explores Adams's musical skills with the scenic landscape of California's Highway 1. Adams skillfully integrates well-known melodies into captivating and unforeseen compositions, crafting a vibrant depiction of modern-day American romance. Through analogies and visuals, Alex Ross vividly illustrates Adams's musical output, transporting readers to a domain where the music reflects the breathtaking environs of Highway 1. His prodigious musical ability and the complexities of a decentralized culture are both highlighted in this film. Adams adeptly navigates a fragmented cultural landscape in his works, employing diverse tones to mirror the multifaceted and perpetually evolving facets of contemporary American society. This chapter describes Adams's music's transformative effect on an evolving musical environment.
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Chapter 15, "Sunken Cathedrals," examines music from the late 20th century. John Adams' compositions are highlighted
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