Can anyone recommend a good overview--that could mean book, compilation, or even online resource--of contemporary 'classical' music in this vein (as in frequently dissonant, occasionally difficult, dark orchestral stuff)? I'm a novice when it comes to this music, but I like what I've heard of Scelsi, Ligeti, some Messiaen, and rando odd stuff like Roland Kayn. I'm also way, way deep into the Tarkosvky soundtracks right now (and interested in hearing more Artemiev in general). But I have no real context, frame of reference, or sense of history (not that such things are necessary to enjoy anything, but indulge me). Little help?
― Wimmels, Saturday, 22 October 2016 20:31 (seven years ago) link