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I Hear a Symphony|Andrew Flory
I Hear a Symphony : Motown and Crossover R&B
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Overview

I Hear a Symphony opens new territory in the study of Motown's legacy, arguing that the music of Motown was indelibly shaped by the ideals of Detroit's postwar black middle class; that Motown's creative personnel participated in an African-American tradition of dialogism in rhythm and blues while developing the famous "Motown Sound." Throughout the book, Flory focuses on the central importance of "crossover" to the Motown story; first as a key concept in the company's efforts to reach across American commercial markets, then as a means to extend influence internationally, and finally as a way to expand the brand beyond strictly musical products. Flory's work reveals the richness of the Motown sound, and equally rich and complex cultural influence Motown still exerts.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780472036868
  • ISBN-10: 0472036866
  • Publisher: University of Michigan Press
  • Publish Date: May 2017
  • Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
  • Page Count: 344

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