Discover the stories behind the world's greatest musicians—told in clear, accessible language for curious readers.
This compact volume offers short, self-contained studies that trace music’s development from the early masters to Handel and Bach. Written for general readers, it explains musical ideas in plain terms and connects biographies to the wider history of European music.
- Read approachable overviews of major figures like Lully and Bach.
- Learn how composers shaped styles, forms, and performance practices.
- See how new ideas in notation, tuning, and church music influenced the music of their time.
- Enjoy commentary that balances biography with the cultural world these musicians helped create.
Ideal for readers looking for a concise, engaging journey through music’s past and for newcomers wanting context as they discover famous works and composers.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed overview of the lives and works of great musicians from the very beginnings of formal music up until the life of Handel, providing a valuable resource for those seeking to explore the roots of the Western musical tradition. The author traces the development of music from medieval chant to the polyphonic heights of the Renaissance, offering a comprehensive survey of the figures who shaped its course. Delving into the technical and historical aspects of the music, the book also sheds light on broader cultural contexts, including the influence of the Church and the courts of Europe. It demonstrates how the musical innovations of these early masters laid the groundwork for centuries of musical expression that followed, showcasing the enduring legacy of their creativity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333730192_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333730192
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333730192
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 372 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 27376667/1002
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