Adorno and jazz

Authors

  • Elder Kôei Itikawa Tanaka

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.19177/rcc.v7e12012137-148

Keywords:

Theodor Adorno, Jazz, Cultural Studies, Music

Abstract

This article aims at presenting the dialogue between Theodor Adorno and his critics concerning the former’s opinions on jazz. Our objectve is to comprehend the german critic’s assertions on this musical genre and understand the specificities of jazz as a north-american musical form in the beginning of the twentieth century. 

Author Biography

  • Elder Kôei Itikawa Tanaka
    Doutorando em Letras na FFLCH-USP.

Published

2012-08-01

Issue

Section

Ensaios