Webern's interest in establishing unity is paramount in all of his 12-tone music. He describes the process of achieving unity through the concepts and theories related to "musical idea." Most of our understanding of "musical idea" comes from his teacher, Schoenberg. However, Webern also discussed and presented principles of "musical idea" in his lectures and letters. The dialectic process that these two composers describe provides a means for Webern to create the unity that he was constantly seeking in his music. I will describe in detail the processes by which he establishes musical ideas in each of the three late choral works.
Anton Webern: A Research and Information Guide offers carefully selected and annotated sources regarding Webern from 1975 to present day, including sources on Webern’s life, his music, and the interpretation and reception of his music. Along with this comprehensive annotated listing of print and online sources, the book discusses the history of research on Webern and includes a brief chronology of his life. It is a major reference tool for those interested in Webern and his music and valuable for researchers of 20th century music and the Second Viennese School.
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