Guide To The Study Of Musical History And Criticism (1895)

The Guide To The Study Of Musical History And Criticism is a comprehensive book written by Edward Dickinson in 1895. This book serves as a guide for students and music enthusiasts who want to delve deeper into the study of musical history and criticism. The book is divided into two parts. The first part explores the history of music, starting from its earliest origins to the present day. It covers various periods and styles of music, including medieval music, Renaissance music, Baroque music, Classical music, Romantic music, and modern music. The author provides detailed information about the composers, their works, and the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created. The second part of the book focuses on music criticism. It provides readers with the tools and techniques needed to analyze and evaluate music. The author discusses the various elements of music, such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and form, and how they contribute to the overall musical experience. He also explores the different approaches to music criticism, including historical, biographical, and aesthetic approaches. Overall, the Guide To The Study Of Musical History And Criticism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of music. It provides a comprehensive overview of the history of music and the tools needed to analyze and evaluate it. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and music enthusiasts.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.