Source Book of Proposed Music Notation Reforms: (Music Reference Collection)

Gardner Read

ISBN 10: 031325446X / ISBN 13: 9780313254468

Published by Greenwood Pub Group, 1987

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illustrated edition. 489 pages. 9.50x6.50x1.50 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # x-031325446X

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Source Book of Proposed Music Notation Reforms: (Music Reference Collection)
• Publisher: Greenwood Pub Group
• Publication Date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 031325446X
• ISBN 13: 9780313254468
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.94 kilograms

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Synopsis

This is the first book to examine comprehensively the major systems of musical notation proposed during the past three centuries. Illustrating the many attempts to improve upon or replace the traditional system, this important work chronologically lists, describes, and critically analyzes the majority of the proposed reforms that have appeared over the years. No other book now available covers the subject in such depth or detail. It is not only a repository of suggested improvements in notation, but also a historical survey of the efforts made to simplify the standard practices.

About the Author

GARDNER READ is Professor Emeritus at Boston University School for the Arts and a well-known composer, lecturer, and writer.