A General History of Music is a comprehensive book written by Joseph Schluter and published in 1865. The book is a detailed account of the history of music from ancient times to the 19th century. It covers various aspects of music, including its origins, development, and evolution over time.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a specific period in the history of music. The first section deals with the music of ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It explores the role of music in these societies and how it was used in religious ceremonies, entertainment, and other cultural events.The second section covers the medieval period, including the music of the church and the troubadours. It also discusses the emergence of polyphony and the development of musical notation.The third section covers the Renaissance period, including the music of composers such as Palestrina and Monteverdi. It also explores the development of opera and the rise of instrumental music.The fourth section covers the Baroque period, including the music of composers such as Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. It discusses the emergence of the orchestra and the development of the concerto and the sonata.The fifth section covers the Classical period, including the music of composers such as Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven. It explores the development of the symphony and the string quartet.The final section covers the Romantic period, including the music of composers such as Schubert, Schumann, and Brahms. It discusses the emergence of program music and the development of the piano as a solo instrument.Overall, A General History of Music is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the history of music. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of music over time.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.