Time's Echo
Music, Memory, and the Second World War
(Author) Jeremy EichlerWhen it comes to how societies commemorate their own distant dreams and catastrophes, we often think of books, archives, or memorials carved from stone. But in Time's Echo, Jeremy Eichler makes a revelatory case for the power of music as culture's memory, an art form uniquely capable of carrying forward meaning from the past.Eichler shows how four towering composers - Richard Straus[Bokinfo].
Jeremy Eichler
Jeremy Eichler is a Pulitzer Prize-winning music critic, journalist, and author known for his insightful and engaging writing style. He has made significant contributions to the field of music criticism, particularly in his role as the chief classical music critic for The Boston Globe. Eichler's work is characterized by its depth, clarity, and keen analysis of both classical and contemporary music. His most notable work includes coverage of major music events, interviews with renowned musicians, and essays on the intersection of music and society. Eichler's impact on the classical music genre is undeniable, as he has helped shape the conversation around classical music and its relevance in today's world. His most famous work is his Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.