Lennon and McCartney

Lennon & McCartney: Painting with Sound explores the work of two of the most influential composers of the twentieth century. Five decades after the breakup of the Beatles, the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney continues to fascinate and inspire.

Thomas MacFarlane has written various books and articles on popular music. His research explores connections between music composition, sound recording, and human culture. He taught music composition and arts analysis courses at New York University where he also helped create a program in popular music studies. Currently, he works as a writer, musician, and composer.

Introduction: Painting with Sound PART I: Stretching the Canvas 1 Art Projects 2 Creative Spaces 3 'So If You Hear a Wondrous Sight' PART II: Extending the Space 4 A Separate Canvas 5 Hands Across the Water 6 Riding the Wave PART III: New Colours 7 A Heart Play 8 Once Upon a Long Ago 9 Circles Coda: Chaos and Creation Bibliography Index