<<An>> uncommon music for the common man a polemical memoir - Epispdes of a personal history embracing ideas of autonomy and supportive social conditions

Percussionist, improviser and AMM founding member Eddie Prvosts new book presents a fascinating series of reflections and challenging insights on music in its various forms, and the development of improvised music at the intersection of contemporary compositional and conceptual forms; alongside a personal history and his relationship with music. It can be regarded as his fourth polemical memoir, the latest in the series that started with No Sound is Innocent, followed by "Minute Particulars" and The First Concert. But apart from polemical arguments there are wonderful anecdotes from a rich and passionate life dedicated to the musical avant-garde, and thorough cultural analysis to be enjoyed. Percussionist, Improviser and AMM founding member Eddie Prévost's fourth book presents a fascinating series of reflections and challenging insights on music in its various forms, and the development of improvised music at the intersection of contemporary compositional and conceptual forms; alongside a personal history of Prevost's life and his relationship with music