ABSTRACT

Greenwood Press, 2002. xx, 660 p. ISBN: 0313296898. ML 390. M95742002. In keeping with the goals of the book, a non-technical entry on Messiaen of approximately 3,000 words in which his musical contributions are interpreted from historical and social vantage points. Geared to the music lover as well as the music student and the music professional. Includes a selected works list and a bibliography to encourage further investigation.