| Description |
ix, 334 pages : illustrations, music ; 23 cm. |
| ISBN |
9780472117413 hardcover |
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0472117416 hardcover |
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9780472036868 paperback |
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0472036866 paperback |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 273-322) and index. |
| Summary |
'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. |
| Series |
Tracking pop.
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| Library Class |
Music F40:82
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| Subject |
Motown Record Corporation -- History.
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Rhythm and blues music -- History and criticism.
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| Alt Title |
I hear a symphony : Motown and crossover rhythm and blues
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I hear a symphony : Motown and crossover rhythm & blues
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