Some Ancient Melodies: And Other Experiments (1882)

By Noble Kibby Royse

Book Overview

Some Ancient Melodies: And Other Experiments is a book written by Noble Kibby Royse and published in 1882. The book is a collection of essays, poems, and musical compositions that explore various topics related to music, art, and literature. The title of the book refers to the author's interest in ancient melodies and his attempts to recreate them in modern times. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains essays and poems that discuss the nature of music and its relationship to other forms of art. The author also reflects on the role of music in society and its potential to inspire and uplift the human spirit. The second part of the book contains musical compositions by the author, including several pieces that are based on ancient melodies. These compositions range from simple folk tunes to more complex works that showcase the author's skill as a composer. Overall, Some Ancient Melodies: And Other Experiments is a fascinating exploration of the power of music and its ability to connect us to our past and inspire us in the present. It is a must-read for anyone interested in music, art, and literature, and will appeal to both scholars and casual readers alike.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: 1164883569
• ISBN13: 9781164883562
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"