Music In London V2: 1890-94 (1894)

By George Bernard Shaw

Book Overview

""Music in London V2: 1890-94"" is a book written by the famous playwright and music critic, Bernard Shaw, and published in 1894. The book is a comprehensive account of the music scene in London during the years 1890 to 1894. It covers a wide range of musical genres, including opera, orchestral music, chamber music, and choral music, and provides detailed reviews of performances by some of the most prominent musicians and composers of the time. Shaw's writing is characterized by his wit, humor, and sharp critical insight. He provides a candid and often controversial assessment of the state of music in London at the time, and offers his own opinions on the merits of particular performances and performers. The book also includes essays on various musical topics, such as the role of the conductor, the importance of musical education, and the relationship between music and literature. Overall, ""Music in London V2: 1890-94"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music in London and the development of musical tastes and trends during the late 19th century. It is a fascinating read for music lovers, historians, and anyone interested in the cultural history of London.In Three Volumes.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: 1164068547
• ISBN13: 9781164068549
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"