Publisher's Synopsis
Elementary History of Music is a book written by N. D'Anvers and first published in 1882. It is a comprehensive guide to the history of music, covering the development of music from ancient times to the 19th century. The book is intended for students and beginners who want to learn about the history of music. It is divided into chapters, each of which covers a specific period in music history. The book begins with a brief overview of the earliest forms of music and then moves on to cover the music of ancient Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Baroque period, the Classical period, and the Romantic period. The author provides detailed information on the major composers and their works, as well as the cultural and historical context in which they lived and worked. The book also includes musical notation and examples of music from each period, allowing readers to experience the music for themselves. Overall, Elementary History of Music is an informative and accessible guide to the history of music that is suitable for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the subject.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.
