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The Honolulu Symphony: A Century of Music.

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By Dale E. Hall. Honolulu, HI: Goodale Publishing, 2002. [xvi, 224 p. ISBN 0-9662945-6-4. $39.95.] Illustrations, index.

While some social critics may question its relevance in modern society, the symphony orchestra, and the musicians who comprise it, will always be important if for no other reason than their ability to communicate great art to new generations. Music lovers know, of coupe, that the symphony orchestra has many functions in society. It provides entertainment, education, and inspiration in various musical venues throughout the many communities that are fortunate to maintain an orchestra. The history of America's symphony orchestras is not only an essential part of our musical history; it is also an indicator of our cultural, social, and economic health. Much can be learned about a region, city, or town by its commitment and ability to support the musical activities of a symphony orchestra. Philip Hart convincingly made this compelling argument in his major retrospective history on the subject (Orpheus in the New World: The Symphony Orchestra as an American Cultural Institution [New York: W. W. Norton, 1973]). Robert Craven added considerably to the field of symphony orchestra studies in his two major works, Symphony Orchestras of the United States: Selected Profiles (New York: Greenwood Press, 1986) and Symphony Orchestras...

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