Musical Recollections of the Last Half Century V1 (1872)

Musical Recollections Of The Last Half Century Volume 1 is a book written by John Edmund Cox in 1872. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences and observations in the music industry during the last fifty years. Cox was a renowned music critic and journalist, and in this book, he shares his insights into the music scene of the time, including the rise of opera, the emergence of new composers, and the changing tastes of audiences. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of music, including vocal music, instrumental music, and opera. Cox also includes anecdotes about the musicians he met and worked with, including Franz Liszt and Giuseppe Verdi. The book is a valuable resource for music historians, as it provides a firsthand account of the music industry during a significant period of change and development.In Two Volumes.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.