Encyclopedia of music in Canada

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Since its initial publication in 1981, this monumental record of Canadian music has served as an indispensable guide to various genres, including popular, folk, religious, and concert music. The second edition extends this landmark work into the last decade of the twentieth century, featuring over 3700 articles and more than 500 images of people, places, scores, and concert programs. Compiled by numerous experts, it presents the nation's musical heritage from historical, educational, critical, administrative, and commercial perspectives. Essays on modern composers and performers are paired with critical evaluations and complete discographies. This edition highlights the vibrancy of Canada's contemporary music scene, showcasing a new generation of performers and composers that emerged since the first edition. The impact of new technologies, demographic changes, and commercial realities are reflected in 820 new entries and expanded sections on topics like ethnomusicology. Approximately 200 earlier entries have been removed or condensed, and overall accessibility has been improved. The work explores the richness and variety of music across Canada, from school bands to rock superstars and community festivals to grand concert halls, detailing the evolution of music as it is studied, performed, and composed nationwide.