Publisher's Synopsis
Founders of Music: Life Sketches for Young Readers is a book written by Hannah Smith and published in 1903. The book provides a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most prominent and influential composers in the history of Western classical music.The book is aimed at young readers and is intended to introduce them to the lives and works of the great composers. The biographical sketches cover the lives of composers such as Bach, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, and Wagner, among others.Each sketch provides a brief overview of the composer's life, including their childhood, education, and major accomplishments. The book also includes information about the historical and cultural context in which the composers lived and worked.The book is written in a simple and accessible style, making it easy for young readers to understand and follow. The author also includes illustrations and musical examples to help bring the composers and their works to life.Overall, Founders of Music: Life Sketches for Young Readers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the lives and works of the great composers of Western classical music.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.
