Horatio Parker (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Horatio Parker: A Composer’s Life in Modern Harmony
Discover the story of a leading American musician who shaped a generation of composers while balancing teaching, conducting, and performing. This edition traces Parker’s deep devotion to church music, his mastery of orchestration, and his steady rise from Boston organist to Yale professor and dean, guiding students who carried his influence forward.

From his early work as an organist to his influential roles at Yale, Parker’s career shows a constant commitment to both tradition and innovation. He nurtured a laboratory-like music school, oversaw major additions to Woolsey Hall, and earned international praise for works that blend lyrical design with modern harmony.

- Learn how Parker balanced sacred music with ambitious stage works like St. Christopher and Mona.
- See how he encouraged young composers and expanded opportunities for orchestral and choral writing.
- Explore his prizes, international tours, and late-life writings that reveal his wit and thoughtful approach to music.
- Understand the blend of devotion, humor, and intellectual curiosity that defined his public and private life.

Ideal for readers interested in American music history, the evolution of 20th‑century composition, and the life of a devoted teacher who helped shape a generation of musicians.

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