""History of the Science and Art of Music: Its Origin, Development, and Progress"" is a comprehensive book written by Robert Challoner in 1879. The book explores the evolution of music from its earliest origins to the contemporary era, examining the development of music theory, composition, and performance techniques. The author delves into the various musical styles and genres that have emerged throughout history, from the music of ancient civilizations to the classical and romantic periods, and beyond. The book also delves into the cultural and social contexts that have shaped the evolution of music, including the impact of religion, politics, and technology. With detailed analysis and insights, this book provides a fascinating exploration of the history of music and its enduring significance in human culture.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.