Multidimensional Musical Objects in Mahler's Seventh Symphony
Description:
Gustav Mahler's Seventh Symphony seems to belie traditional notions of symphonic unity in that it progresses from E minor in the first movement to C major in the Finale. The repertoire of eighteenth and nineteenth century composers such as Haydn, Beethoven, and Brahms indicates that tonal holism is a significant factor for the symphonic genre. In order to reconcile Mahler's adventurous key scheme, this dissertation explores a multidimensional harmonic model that expands upon other concepts like…
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Date:
May 2019
Creator:
Patterson, Jason, 1982-
Partner:
UNT Libraries