Secrets, lies, and memory sticks in the art of composition

Research Alive
Written By John Rea

Title: Secrets, lies, and memory sticks in the art of composition
Authors: John Rea (McGill University)
Series: Research Alive, Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 5:00pm in Tanna Schulich Hall, Elizabeth Wirth Music Building.
Source URL: https://www.mcgill.ca/music/research/research-alive/2018-19

Step into the mysterious world of composition as John Rea unveils secrets in the art of writing music, how these secrets may lead to lies, and what happens when a composer’s memory starts playing tricks… The presentation will also include a live performance by pianist Stéphane Lémelin.

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