Confronting silence
Tōru Takemitsu
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Confronting silence
Published
1995
Publisher
Fallen Leaf Press
Pages
155
ISBN-10
091491331X
Description
Although internationally recognized as a major twentieth-century composer, Toru Takemitsu as author is relatively unknown except to Japanese-speaking readers. Since 1960, he has written numerous essays and commentaries, most of which have been published in Japan. Confronting Silence is the first collection of his writings to be translated into English. For the present volume, he has selected writings covering a wide range of subjects: art and artists, movies, his contemporaries, nature in all of its manifestations (a favorite topic), and, of course, music - traditional and contemporary, Eastern and Western, folk music, and his own compositions and approach to composing. Takemitsu's desire to express thoughts in prose as well as music, not typical of Japanese composers until recently, is more frequently associated with nineteenth-century European composers. With little interest in program music, Takemitsu does not believe that words explain the essence of music. Words are important in his own compositional technique, however, and his interest in writing is certainly more than casual. Words stimulate his imagination and give rise literally to images that in turn activate his sensibilities in his search for sound, the real essence of music.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Confronting silence?
This edition of Confronting silence has approximately 155 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Confronting silence?
For most readers, Confronting silence typically takes between 3h 14m and 2h 9m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,750 words
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What is the word count of Confronting silence?
The estimated word count for Confronting silence is approximately 38,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Confronting silence?
Confronting silence was written by Tōru Takemitsu.
When was Confronting silence published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.