Eclecticism in music
In today's world, Eclecticism in music occupies a primary place in society. Its influence extends to various areas and its importance is evident in the impact it has on people's daily lives. From its origin to its evolution, Eclecticism in music has marked a before and after in history, generating debates, reflections and significant changes. In this article, we will explore the many facets of Eclecticism in music, analyzing its relevance and impact in different contexts. From its role in popular culture to its influence on the global economy, Eclecticism in music is presented as a topic of multidisciplinary interest that deserves to be examined in depth. Throughout the pages that follow, we will delve into a detailed analysis of Eclecticism in music, unraveling its implications and meaning in the contemporary world.
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In music theory and music criticism, the term eclecticism refers to use of diverse music genres. A musician might be described as eclectic if different parts of their output can be ascribed to different genres such as folk, rock, electronic, classical, or jazz.
Eclectic musicians may also use historical references in their work. A song can reference historical forms and methods through its composition, arrangement or production.
Classical theory
The term can be used to describe the music of composers who combine multiple styles of composition; an example would be a composer using a whole tone scale variant of a folk song in a pentatonic scale over a chromatic counterpoint, or a tertian arpeggiating melody over quartal or secundal harmonies.
Eclecticism can also occur through quotations, whether of a style,[n 1] direct quotations of folk songs/variations of them—for example, in Mahler's Symphony No. 1—or direct quotations of other composers, for example in Berio's Sinfonia.[1]
See also
Notes
- ^ For example, Shostakovich's Symphony No. 9 calls back to Haydnesque classicism.
References
Sources
- Kennedy, Michael, and Joyce Bourne (eds.). 2006. "Eclecticism", in The Oxford Dictionary of Music. Oxford and New York: Oxford University Press.
- Cope, David 1997. "Decategorization." Techniques of the Contemporary Composer,[page needed]. New York: Schirmer Books; London: Prentice Hall International. ISBN 9780028647371.
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