Carl Nielsen under the Influence. Some New Sources for the First Symphony

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  • David Fanning

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7146/cns.v3i0.27741

Abstract

Nielsen’s general musical affinities are often mentioned, and in some cases they are well documented. But even in a work as characterful and characteristic as the First Symphony, there are several prima facie cases of allusion to specific works – from Berlioz to Lange-Müller – that have not previously been identified. The point of proposing and discussing them here is not to downgrade the originality of Nielsen’s symphonic breakthrough piece, but rather to lead towards a closer understanding of what makes it unique, by showing how it borrows ideas only to go beyond them and to reveal new potential.

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Published

2008-04-10

How to Cite

Fanning, D. (2008). Carl Nielsen under the Influence. Some New Sources for the First Symphony. Carl Nielsen Studies, 3. https://doi.org/10.7146/cns.v3i0.27741

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Vol. 3 (2008)

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