The History Of Music, From The Christian Era To The Present Time (1880)

""The History of Music, From the Christian Era to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive book written by Frederic Louis Ritter in 1880. The book provides a detailed account of the evolution of music from the time of the early Christian era to the contemporary period. The author covers various musical genres and styles, including classical music, opera, folk music, and popular music. Ritter's book is divided into six parts, each of which covers a specific period in the history of music. The first part discusses the music of the early Christian church and its influence on Western music. The second part covers the music of the Middle Ages, including Gregorian chant and polyphony. The third part discusses the development of music during the Renaissance, including the emergence of opera. The fourth part covers the Baroque period and the rise of instrumental music, including the works of Bach and Handel. The fifth part covers the Classical and Romantic periods, including the works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Wagner. The final part covers the contemporary period, including the emergence of jazz, blues, and rock music.Throughout the book, Ritter provides detailed analyses of the works of various composers and their impact on the development of music. He also discusses the social and cultural context in which music was created, providing insight into the role of music in society. Overall, ""The History of Music, From the Christian Era to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the evolution of music. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of music and its impact on society.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.