The Musical: A Research and Information Guide

by William Everett and William A. Everett

Book Overview

The musical, whether on stage or screen, is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable musical genres, yet one of the most perplexing. What are its defining features? How does it negotiate multiple socio-cultural-economic spaces? Is it a popular tradition? Is it a commercial enterprise? Is it a sophisticated cultural product and signifier?

This research guide includes more than 1,400 annotated entries related to the genre as it appears...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415994217
• ISBN13: 9780415994217
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"