Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy (1994)
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.
Director: Michael Blackwood
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: January 1, 1994
Cast
- Lou Harrison - Self
- Harry Partch - Self
- Terry Riley - Self
Cinematography: Mead Hunt
Editing: Julie Sloane
Production: Michael Blackwood Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Michael Blackwood
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy about?
- 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.
- Who directed Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy?
- Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy was directed by Michael Blackwood.
- Who stars in Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy?
- Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy stars Lou Harrison, Harry Partch, Terry Riley.
- How long is Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy?
- Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy?
- Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy is a Documentary film.
- Where was Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy produced?
- Musical Outsiders: An American Legacy was produced in United States of America.