Old Scores And New Readings: Discussions On Musical Subjects (1899)

By John F. Runciman

Book Overview

""Old Scores And New Readings: Discussions On Musical Subjects"" is a book written by John F. Runciman and published in 1899. The book is a collection of essays on various musical topics, including music theory, history, and criticism. Runciman, a musicologist and critic, offers his unique perspective on the subject matter, drawing on his extensive knowledge and experience in the field. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of music. Some of the topics covered in the book include the development of music notation, the history of opera, the role of music in society, and the works of famous composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. Runciman's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in music. Overall, ""Old Scores And New Readings"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the world of music that continues to be relevant and informative to this day.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: 1164900498
• ISBN13: 9781164900498
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"