Five Thousand Musical Terms: A Complete Dictionary of Latin, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, French, German, Spanish, English is a comprehensive reference book for musicians, music students, and music enthusiasts. Written by John Stowell Adams and originally published in 1861, this book provides an extensive list of musical terms from various languages, including Latin, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, French, German, Spanish, and English.The book is organized alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find the terms they are looking for. Each entry includes a definition of the term, its origin and etymology, and examples of how it is used in music. The book also includes a pronunciation guide for each language, making it easier for readers to pronounce the terms correctly.This book is an essential resource for anyone studying music theory or history, as well as for performers and composers who need to understand the various musical terms used in their craft. It provides a wealth of information that is not readily available in other music reference books, making it a valuable addition to any musician's library.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.