Excursions In Musical History (1917)

By Helen Adell Dickinson and Clarence Dickinson

Book Overview

Excursions In Musical History is a book written by Helen Adell Dickinson in 1917. It is a comprehensive guide to the history of music, covering the evolution of music from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of the various musical styles, genres, and composers that have contributed to the development of music over the centuries.The author has divided the book into several chapters, each covering a specific period in musical history. The first chapter covers the music of ancient civilizations, including the Greeks and Romans. The subsequent chapters cover the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Baroque era, and the Classical era. The book also includes a chapter on the Romantic era and the early 20th century.The author provides a detailed analysis of the music of each era, including the characteristics of the various musical styles and genres. She also discusses the major composers of each period and their contributions to the development of music.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of musical knowledge. It is an excellent resource for students of music history, as well as for anyone with an interest in the evolution of music over time. Overall, Excursions In Musical History is a valuable addition to any music lover'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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120193761
• ISBN13: 9781120193766
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"