Music and the Great Composers: The Story of Musical Expression

Music And The Great Composers: The Story Of Musical Expression is a comprehensive guide to the history of music and the world's greatest composers. Written by Wesley La Violette, a renowned music historian and author, this book takes readers on a journey through the evolution of musical expression, from the earliest forms of music to contemporary compositions.The book is divided into chapters that explore different periods in musical history, such as the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Each chapter focuses on the major composers of that time period, examining their lives, works, and contributions to the world of music.Throughout the book, La Violette provides insights into the cultural, social, and political contexts in which the composers lived and worked. He also explores the various musical genres and forms that emerged during each period, such as opera, symphonies, sonatas, and concertos.Music And The Great Composers is a beautifully illustrated book, with over 200 full-color images of musical instruments, scores, and portraits of the composers. It also includes a glossary of musical terms and a timeline of musical history, making it an ideal resource for students, music lovers, and anyone interested in the history of music.The University Of Knowledge.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.