Identifier
etd-11012004-135458
Degree
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)
Department
Music
Document Type
Dissertation
Abstract
The choral literature of Paul Basler and his style are relatively unexplored. While his style is not readily identifiable, particular characteristics can be understood in their appropriate genres and cultural contexts. The compositional style of Missa Kenya features great variety, incorporating twentieth century American ‘classical’ techniques, and those based solely on indigenous tradition. This document focuses on the life, influences, and music of Paul Basler, with particular attention to his composition, Missa Kenya. A conductor’s analysis and interpretational suggestions are also provided. Several interviews were conducted by email and in person with Paul Basler, and Ronald Burrichter, the conductor for which the piece was composed. Paul Basler’s influences, philosophies, and compositional styles are discussed, and the Missa Kenya is analyzed structurally and stylistically. A complete list of Basler’s choral compositions to date is included.
Date
2004
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Packwood, Gary, "Compelled to compose: an introduction to the life and music of Paul Basler , with a conductor's analysis of Missa Kenya" (2004). LSU Doctoral Dissertations. 3333.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_dissertations/3333
Committee Chair
Sara Lynn Baird
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_dissertations.3333