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Musical Groundwork: Being A First Manual Of Musical Form And History For Students And Readers (1890)

Musical Groundwork: Being A First Manual Of Musical Form And History For Students And Readers (1890)

Crowest, Frederick James

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral MusicMusic Instruction: General

ISBN10: 1120366828
ISBN13: 9781120366825
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Oct 15 2009
Pages: 258
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Musical Groundwork is a comprehensive guide to music theory and history, written by Frederick James Crowest and first published in 1890. The book is intended for students and readers who are interested in learning about the foundations of music, including the basic principles of musical form and the history of music from ancient times to the present day.The book is divided into two main parts: the first section covers musical form, including chapters on melody, harmony, rhythm, and musical structure. The second section focuses on the history of music, with chapters on the music of ancient civilizations, the development of Western music from the Middle Ages to the present day, and the music of other cultures.Throughout the book, Crowest provides numerous examples of musical compositions and styles, along with detailed explanations of how they fit into the broader context of music history and theory. He also includes a glossary of musical terms and a list of recommended readings for further study.Overall, Musical Groundwork is an essential resource for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of music theory and history. Its clear and concise explanations make it accessible to beginners, while its comprehensive coverage and detailed analysis make it a valuable reference for more advanced students and scholars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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