John Stainer Barrett (84 results)

Condition: New. pp. 108.

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Condition: Good. Good condition. No date stated. Circa 1900; Price 40 Cents on cover. Owner's name to the top of the front cover and "xx" stampted to the bottom. (Music, Music Dictionary).

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Boston: Oliver Ditson, no date, presumed 1890s printing. Spine ends frayed; corners bumped. Hinges loose. Binding is strong. Text is pristine throughout. No writing or markings of any kind. Photos are of the actual book you will receive. Ships wrapped in bubble wrap and packed securely in a box.…

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Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. No date stated, ca. 1900. (Music, Dictionary) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Edge-rubbed boards else minor wear. No date.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. vii, 96 pp. Hardback, no dust jacket. Condition: Very Good. Cover slightly discoloured, and worn at the corners, and front and rear endpapers foxed, but binding is firm and intact, and contents generally clean and completely free from annotations except for a pencilled price on front endpaper. An abridgment ('compressed by K.M. Ross from the Imperial 8vo Edition', of the larger dictionary of musical terms also published by Stainer and Barrett).…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. . . . . New and Revised Edition. Large 8vo. Hardbound, brown pictorial cloth over boards, all edges gilt. Overall vg condition: upper spine end slightly chipped, binding tight, contents clean. 464 pp.

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hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A readable copy. All pages and the cover are intact (dust cover may be missing). Pages can include considerable notes--in pen or highlighter--but notes cannot obscure the text. An acceptable condition antique book due to some splitting to the spine edges and to the cover inner hinges. The main body of text shows some age but is overall Good, with a reliable binding and clean contents.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand pp. 108.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. This illustrated dictionary, written by the prolific Victorian composer Sir John Stainer (1840??1901) ?? best remembered today for his oratorio The Crucifixion ?? and W. A. Barrett, was first published by Novello in 1876. It provides definitions for 'the chief musical terms met with in scientific, theoretical, and practical treatises, and in the more common annotated programmes and newspaper criticisms', ranging from short explanations of the Italian words for tempi, through descriptions of ancient instruments to expansive articles on such topics as acoustics, copyright, hymn tunes, the larynx and temperament. That it subsequently ran to several further editions suggests that it provided wel.…

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an exhaustive collection of musical terms, many of which are still employed by musicians today. The author presents a rich depiction of the historical development of Western musical terminology, providing an accessible resource for students and professionals alike. Looking at a wide range of terms from the Middle Ages to the present day, the book gives a chronological introduction to the language of music and charts the evolution of musical practices. Covering not only musical theory but also the practical aspects of performance, this book will prove an invaluable aid to anyone seeking to expand their knowledge of classical music. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 108.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich history of musical notation and terminology, offering a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of musical expression. It explores the development of various musical symbols, abbreviations, and terms used throughout history, tracing their origins and cultural contexts. The author meticulously examines the etymology of these musical concepts, uncovering their roots in Latin, Greek, French, Italian, and other languages. The book explores the fascinating evolution of these terms, shedding light on how musical notation and terminology have shaped the way we understand and experience music. The book offers a deep dive into the complex world of musical notation and terminology, revealing the intricate web of cultural influences that have shaped the language of music over time. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the history of music, its diverse languages, and its enduring legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …