Table of Contents

The Nordic Microcosm Early Art Music in Northern Europe Nordic Music in the Classical Era Nordic Romanticism Into the Modern Era Northern Europe in the Modern Era Old Complexities and New Simplicities Contemporary Trends and Nordic Composers Epilogue Appendix I: Selected List of Nordic Composers and Discography Appendix II: Glossary of Nordic Folk Music Appendix III: Addresses, Journals, and Recording Companies and Distributors Selected Bibliography Index

About the Author

FREDERICK KEY SMITH is currently the Doctoral Fellow in Musicology at the University of Florida.

Reviews

.,."this well-written, readable book is appropriate for all levels. Its inclusiveness makes it a very important resource for all libraries."-Choice

? Nordic Art Music is one of the finest books on the topic and should be found in every music library.?-Journal of Music Library Association

?...this well-written, readable book is appropriate for all levels. Its inclusiveness makes it a very important resource for all libraries.?-Choice

?Fredrick Key Smith presents readers with the first English-language history of Nordic music in nearly forty years....Smith's book provides an accessible reference for performers, teachers, and Nordic music aficionados. This is a useful source for those wanting a general overview of Nordic art music history but who do not read any Scandinavian languages.?-Music Educators Journal

..."this well-written, readable book is appropriate for all levels. Its inclusiveness makes it a very important resource for all libraries."-Choice

"Nordic Art Music is one of the finest books on the topic and should be found in every music library."-Journal of Music Library Association

"Fredrick Key Smith presents readers with the first English-language history of Nordic music in nearly forty years....Smith's book provides an accessible reference for performers, teachers, and Nordic music aficionados. This is a useful source for those wanting a general overview of Nordic art music history but who do not read any Scandinavian languages."-Music Educators Journal