Classical Music (Music Matters Series) - Hardcover

Griffin, Clive D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 085219756X ISBN 13: 9780852197561

Publisher: David & Charles, 1988

Synopsis

Looks at the history of Western music, the changing role of the composer, and the influence of politics on music

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Grade 8 Up Griffin broadly defines classical music as encompassing a varied number of composers and their works since the 18th Century. It is an informative yet entertaining book with an appealing casual tone. The effects of war, technology, social and economic conditions, and other non-musical influences are emphasized as intrinsic to the creation of the particular works discussed. A wealth of quotes from composers' letters and personal memoirs are incorporated in the text. Black-and-white photographs are accompanied by often lengthy, informative explanations and descriptions. Appendixes provide information on the instrumental sections of the symphony orchestra, a listing of composers and the historical period to which they belong, and a basic list of composers and their compositions. There is also a date list, a map of places mentioned in the text, and an index. Suitable for reports as well as pleasure reading, this is an informative, readable book. Jennifer Smith, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 1988
• ISBN 10: 085219756X
• ISBN 13: 9780852197561
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 64