The Philharmonic Society Of New York And Its Seventy-Fifth Anniversary: A Retrospect (1917)

By James Huneker

Book Overview

The Philharmonic Society of New York and Its Seventy-Fifth Anniversary: A Retrospect (1917) is a book written by James Gibbons Huneker. The book is a historical account of the Philharmonic Society of New York, which is one of the oldest and most prestigious orchestras in the United States. The book provides a detailed look at the society's history, including its founding in 1842 and its growth over the years. The author also provides a retrospective on the society's 75th anniversary, which was celebrated in 1917. Throughout the book, Huneker examines the society's contributions to the world of music and the arts, as well as its influence on American culture. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of classical music in America and the role that the Philharmonic Society of New York has played in shaping it.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436624681
• ISBN13: 9781436624688
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"