Excerpt from Summary of the History and Development of Mediaeval and Modern European Music
A fairly comprehensive and orderly understanding of the history of his art is of great importance to a musician, both for the light it throws upon every department of practical Work, for the widening of his artistic sympathies, and for the service that a rational study of history of any kind is capable of rendering to a man's mind and judgment.
History is generally supposed to be based on facts; but in all branches, Whether political, social, or artistic, there are a great many things which pass for facts which are very far from trustworthy, and a great many which, even if they were trustworthy, would be of very little importance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive and informative guide to the history of Western music. It provides a historical framework for understanding the evolution of musical forms and techniques. The author traces the development of music from the earliest times to the late 19th century, examining the impact of major composers and movements on the art form. The book offers a thorough exploration of different musical periods from the Middle Ages to the Classical, Baroque, and Romantic eras. It also discusses the influence of social, political, and cultural factors on musical development. By examining the motivations and aspirations of composers throughout history, this book illustrates how their creations continue to resonate with audiences today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330462188_0
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