Anton von Webern


A compelling look at the life and work of the Austrian composer.


Malcolm Hayes


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Overview
  • A compelling look at the life and work of composer Anton von Webern (1883-1945), who was born into the aristocratic, musical heritage of Vienna
  • Shows how an early passion for Renaissance vocal music continually haunted von Webern's compositions
  • Discusses his studies with Schoenberg and conversion to the 12-note technique, which he used to create a sound characteristically his own
  • Explores von Webern's influence on musicians of subsequent generations



In The Press
'Provides a vital point of access to those seeking a deeper understanding or enjoyment of his music.' (Gramophone)

'As a series, Phaidon's 20th Century Composers has brought remarkable variety and a welter of information, both necessary and delightfully trivial. Intended both for the general reader and for the more enthusiatically musical...' (The Scotsman)


About the author(s)
Malcolm Hayes is a music journalist and specialist on the music of Webern and Schoenberg. He has written extensively for The Times and Daily Telegraph.


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