Publisher's Synopsis
The Present State Of Music In Germany, The Netherlands, And United Provinces: Or The Journal Of A Tour Through Those Countries (1775) is a book written by Charles Burney. The book is a detailed account of Burney's travels through Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Provinces in the mid-18th century. Burney was a prominent English music historian and musician of the time, and his observations provide a fascinating insight into the state of music in these countries during this period.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of music in the countries visited. Burney discusses the various styles of music he encountered, including opera, instrumental music, and church music. He also writes about the composers he met and the performances he attended. Throughout the book, Burney provides detailed descriptions of the music he heard, as well as his own opinions and critiques.In addition to the musical content, the book also includes descriptions of the various cities and towns Burney visited, as well as the people he met along the way. He writes about the architecture, art, and culture of the places he visited, providing a rich and detailed picture of life in Europe during this period.Overall, The Present State Of Music In Germany, The Netherlands, And United Provinces: Or The Journal Of A Tour Through Those Countries (1775) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music or European culture during the mid-18th century. Burney's detailed observations and vivid descriptions make this book a fascinating read for both scholars and general readers.Undertaken To Collect Materials For A General History 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.
