Publisher's Synopsis
Music Explained To The World: Or How To Understand Music And Enjoy Its Performance is a book written by Francois Joseph Fetis in 1842. The book is a comprehensive guide to understanding music and appreciating its performance. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of music, the elements of music, musical notation, and the different genres of music. The author also provides practical advice on how to listen to music and how to appreciate its beauty. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of music. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of music, tracing its origins from ancient times to the present day. The second chapter discusses the elements of music, including melody, harmony, rhythm, and timbre. The third chapter is devoted to musical notation, explaining how to read and interpret sheet music. The fourth chapter covers the different genres of music, including classical music, opera, and popular music. The author provides detailed descriptions of each genre and explains their unique characteristics. The fifth chapter is dedicated to the art of listening to music, providing tips on how to focus on the music and appreciate its beauty. Overall, Music Explained To The World: Or How To Understand Music And Enjoy Its Performance is an essential guide for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of music. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced music lovers. The book is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant today, more than 170 years after it was first published.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.
