Publisher's Synopsis
Essentials In Music History is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Tapper in 1914. The book is designed to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the history of music, from its earliest beginnings to the present day. The book covers various aspects of music history, including the evolution of musical instruments, the development of various musical genres, and the lives and works of famous composers.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in music history. The first section covers the earliest forms of music, including ancient Greek and Roman music, as well as the music of the Middle Ages. The second section covers the Renaissance period, while the third section covers the Baroque period. The fourth section covers the Classical period, while the fifth section covers the Romantic period. The final section covers the music of the 20th century.Throughout the book, Tapper provides readers with detailed information about the various musical styles and genres that have emerged throughout history. He also provides readers with biographical information about some of the most famous composers in history, including Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Wagner.Overall, Essentials In Music History is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of music. It is a comprehensive and informative book that provides readers with a deep understanding of the evolution of music over time.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.