Publisher's Synopsis
Outlines of Music History is a comprehensive book authored by Clarence G. Hamilton that presents a detailed overview of the development of music from ancient times to the present day. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods and styles of music, including medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, classical, romantic, and modern music. The author discusses the major composers, works, and trends that characterized each period, as well as the social, cultural, and political factors that influenced the evolution of music. In addition, the book includes musical examples, illustrations, and a glossary of musical terms to help readers understand the concepts and terminology used in the field of music history. Overall, Outlines of Music History is an essential resource for music students, scholars, and enthusiasts who want to learn about the rich and diverse history of music.1908. This book is meant to meet the demand for a concise history of the entire field of musical development, presented in the light of new research. It is designed for both the student and general reader. The author hopes this volume will give the reader an intelligent conception of how music developed and has added numerous illustrations to illuminate the text as to the style and materials used in the different epochs and as to the personality and characteristics of the leading composers.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.
