Mahler's Nietzsche: Politics and Philosophy in the Wunderhorn Symphonies.

The article focuses on the influence of Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy on Gustav Mahler's musical compositions, particularly in the context of Mahler's earlier symphonies. Leah Batstone's study explores how Mahler's understanding of Nietzsche shaped his distinctive musical identity, highlighting t...

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Publicado en:Notes Vol. 82; no. 1; pp. 62 - 66
Autor principal: MUGMON, MATTHEW
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Publicado: Music Library Association Inc. Sep2025
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