Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy

Overview

American composers have long struggled against the momentum of the Western European classical tradition and the prestige it has held in America's cultural life. ""I did not want to have any stricture at all, I wanted to be completely free."" So spoke Harry Partch, describing not only his own path, but also that of two other influential American composers: Lou Harrison and Terry Riley. They were attracted to musical ideas and sounds outside of the surrounding classical mainstream. Together they offer a deeper understanding of what those alternatives are and how they have affected American culture.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1994

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Michael Blackwood Productions

Cast

Lou Harrison,Terry Riley,Harry Partch

Director

Michael Blackwood

Producer

José Montes-Baquer,Michael Blackwood

Cinematography

Mead Hunt

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt1832407