Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of Music by Paul Bekker is an historical sketch of the changes in musical form over time. The book takes a comprehensive look at the evolution of music from ancient times to the modern era. It explores the various musical forms and styles that have emerged throughout history, including classical, folk, and popular music. The author examines the social and cultural contexts that have influenced the development of music and the ways in which music has reflected and shaped society. The book also delves into the lives and works of some of the most notable composers and musicians throughout history, providing insights into their creative processes and contributions to the world of music. Overall, The Story of Music is a fascinating exploration of the rich and complex history of music and its enduring impact on human culture.1927. Translation by M.D. Herter Norton and Alice Kortschak. Contents: How to Approach the History of Music; Early Characteristics-The Greeks; Gregorian Music-First to Tenth Centuries; Polyphony, a New Art-Tenth to Fourteenth Centuries; The Netherlands; Polyphonic and Harmonic Music-Sixteenth Century; Instrumental Harmony; The Italians-Opera and Oratorio-Seventeenth Century; Bach and Handel; The Successors of Bach and Handel; Haydn; Gluck; Mozart; Beethoven; Early Romanticism-Weber and Schubert; National Romanticism in Concert and Opera; Wagner, Verdi, Bizet; Late Romanticism in Concert and Opera; and Modern Trends.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.
