Publisher's Synopsis
""A Popular History Of The Art Of Music: From The Earliest Times Until The Present"" is a comprehensive book written by William Smythe Babcock Mathews in 1891. The book is a detailed account of the history of music from its origins to the present day. It covers various aspects of music, including the development of musical instruments, the evolution of musical notation, the emergence of different musical genres, and the contributions of famous musicians and composers throughout history.The book is written in a style that is accessible to readers of all levels of musical knowledge, making it an ideal resource for both students and enthusiasts of music. Mathews provides a rich and engaging narrative that takes readers through the different eras of music, from ancient times to the contemporary period. He also includes numerous illustrations and musical examples to help readers better understand the concepts he discusses.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period of music history. Mathews begins by discussing the music of ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians. He then moves on to the medieval period, the Renaissance, and the Baroque era, before exploring the music of the Classical and Romantic periods. The book concludes with a discussion of music in the modern era, including the emergence of jazz and popular music.Overall, ""A Popular History Of The Art Of Music"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music. Mathews' engaging writing style and comprehensive coverage of the subject make it a must-read for students of music and music enthusiasts alike.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.
