Investigates the American composer's six symphonic works, looking at their historical background with respect to contemporary trends in American compositions and comparing them to aesthetic models in
Covers Converse's life and career, including the Metropolitan Opera's production of his The Pipe of Desire, the first American opera performed there, and his activities at the several influential inst
Farwell (1872-1952) founded the Wa-Wan Press, made four crusading continental tours, and published numerous essays to promote the cause of American music. Based largely on Farwell's personal files and
