When composers stick to an artistic vision despite outside pressures to conform, we call them uncompromising. In this usage, uncompromising is a term of respect — even if we don’t particularly like what the composer is doing, we admire that level of determination and focus. There is a tradition of praising Americans for their uncompromising values. But there is also a strong tradition … [Read more...]
Lawrence Dillon: Connecting the Dots
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