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An abridged version of a text which presents the history of music in the western world. The text emphasizes the most important styles, composers and works. Features include: timelines; maps; anthologies; recordings; and "insights" which offer sidelights on topics ranging from Europe's National beginnings, to the Theremin and Ondes Martenot. The text is intended for music students, and is written in a clear and accessible style.
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New research on discoveries about composers and their works has been included in this edition.
Volume 1 of the Anthology now concludes with the Baroque period; Vol. II covers Pre-Classical through the Modern era.
Coverage of composers is increased in this edition, including Brahms, Rakhmaninov, and Spanish musicians.
The chronological presentation covers music from antiquity through the 20th Century.
Stolba tells the stories of composers' lives and their music, placing them in their historical, cultural and social contexts.
"Insight" Boxes feature events, biographies and close-ups of contemporary developments.
As in the first edition, Stolba recognizes women's contributions throughout history.
larger trim size
updated research
completeness
Insight boxes of events, biographies and close-ups of contemporary developments
Tells stories of composer's lives in context
Recording package revised: The new package is thoroughly revised and addresses performance practice issues.
Student-friendly design: 2 color throughout, heavily-illustrated, boxes and tables to break up the text. Strong biographical element enlivens the history.
About the Author
K. Maria Stolba. Emeritus, Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne
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