Modern Musical Drift (1904)

By W.J. Henderson

Book Overview

Modern Musical Drift is a book written by William James Henderson in 1904, which explores the contemporary state of music during that time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of music, such as the history of music, the development of musical instruments, and the evolution of musical styles.Henderson's writing style is clear and concise, making it easy for readers to understand the complex concepts he discusses. He provides a detailed analysis of the musical trends of the day, including the emergence of new genres such as ragtime and jazz.The book also contains a wealth of information about the lives and works of some of the most prominent composers of the time, such as Richard Wagner, Johannes Brahms, and Giuseppe Verdi.Overall, Modern Musical Drift is an insightful and informative book that provides a fascinating look at the state of music in the early 20th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music and the evolution of musical styles.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: 116560020X
• ISBN13: 9781165600205
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"