Publisher's Synopsis
""Women's Work in Music"" by Arthur Elson is a historical account of the contributions of women to the art of music, both in ancient and modern times. The book examines the role of women in music in various cultures, including ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt, as well as in medieval and Renaissance Europe. Elson discusses the social and cultural barriers that prevented women from pursuing careers in music and highlights the achievements of some of the most prominent female musicians throughout history. The book also explores the changing attitudes towards women in music in the 19th century and the emergence of female composers and performers. Overall, ""Women's Work in Music"" provides a comprehensive overview of the often-overlooked contributions of women to the world of 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.
