Did Charles Ives' music foreshadow many musical innovations?
Yes
No
He tried to, but was not successful
It's debated among specialists
Answer
Charles Ives' music did foreshadow many musical innovations. His use of polytonality, atonality, and collage were far ahead of their time, and he is often credited as one of the pioneers of modern music. Ives' music was also highly personal, and he often drew on his own experiences and memories for inspiration. This led to a unique and often unpredictable sound that has been influential on many later composers.
Harmony, Heritage, and Charles Ives: A Melodic Journey Through American Modernism
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