Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short History Of Cheap Music As Exemplified In The Records Of The House Of Novello, Ewer And Company"" is a book written by Joseph Bennett and first published in 1887. The book provides a historical account of the development of cheap music in the 19th century, with a focus on the records produced by the London-based music publishing company, Novello, Ewer and Company. The book traces the evolution of cheap music from its origins in the 1820s to the late 19th century, exploring the social, cultural and economic factors that drove its growth. It examines the role of music publishers in making music more accessible to the masses, and the impact of technological innovations such as lithography, steam-powered printing presses and the phonograph on the production and distribution of cheap music.The book also provides a detailed account of the history of Novello, Ewer and Company, one of the most successful music publishers of the 19th century. It explores the company's origins, its early successes and its role in shaping the development of cheap music in Britain and beyond. Overall, ""A Short History Of Cheap Music As Exemplified In The Records Of The House Of Novello, Ewer And Company"" is a fascinating and informative account of the history of cheap music in the 19th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music publishing and the social and cultural impact of popular 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.
