Document Type

Thesis

Date of Degree Completion

1968

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Music

Committee Chair

Robert M. Panerio

Second Committee Member

Joseph S. Haruda

Third Committee Member

John W. DeMerchant

Abstract

In the composition of this Mass the composer was faced with several alternatives in the selection of a suitable musical style. These choices were narrowed to include (1) "traditional" or "romantic"; (2) "pop"; or "jazz"; (3) "folk-mass"; or (4) avant garde. The ultimate choice was a synthesis, consisting of devices from fourteenth century music, and elements of contemporary style.

Comments

Note: The terminology present in this thesis is a product of its time and may be seen as racist or culturally insensitive by today's standards.

Language

English

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