The Genesis Of Harmony: An Inquiry Into The Laws Which Govern Musical Composition (1881)

By Hugh Carleton

Book Overview

The Genesis of Harmony: An Inquiry into the Laws which Govern Musical Composition is a book written by Hugh Carleton in 1881. The book explores the fundamental principles and laws that govern the composition of music. Carleton delves into the history of music theory, examining the works of ancient Greek philosophers and medieval music theorists. He also discusses the different elements of music, such as melody, harmony, and rhythm, and how they interact with each other to create a cohesive composition. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both musicians and non-musicians alike. Overall, The Genesis of Harmony is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the theory and composition of music.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: 1165077906
• ISBN13: 9781165077908
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"