Uncommon Ground: The Music of Michael Finnissy

Celebrates one of Britain's leading contemporary composers with a series of essays covering the major areas of his output: piano music, chamber works, orchestral pieces, vocal music and theatrical music. Fascinating insights into Finnissy's composition techniques and influences, and the changing cultural climate in which his career has flourished are provided by an interview with the composer. A comprehensive catalogue of some 200 works completes the survey. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.