Publisher's Synopsis
This is the first book devoted to the study of the music of Michael Finnissy (b.1946), widely regarded as one of the most important British composers of his generation. The remarkable diversity of FinnissyÆs music is explored in a series of essays, lavishly illustrated with music examples, which cover each area of his work. The book also includes a lengthy interview with the composer which provides a fascinating and unique perspective on both FinnissyÆs own evolution as a musical thinker and on the changing cultural climate in which his career has flourished. A comprehensive catalogue of FinnissyÆs output, listing well over 200 works, completes the survey.
