Music-History & Criticism

From the success of "Kayleigh" to the epic suites that defined a genre: this book retraces the extraordinary story of Marillion - from their beginnings in Aylesbury to the Jester years, the Direct-to-Fan revolution, and the legendary Weekenders that turned their audience into a...

In American popular music, we often glorify rebellious artists and "outlaws." But The Midnight Special reveals an untold story about the way criminal justice has impacted the lives and work of US musicians. Examining five pivotal albums, Colin Asher's narrative traces the history of...

Hip Hop Studies and Queer Black Feminism presents a dynamic and much-needed fresh analysis of Black gendering and racialized sexualities in the sphere of Hip Hop. Editors Elaine B. Richardson, Gwendolyn D. Pough, and Treva B. Lindsey bring together established and rising scholars to...

“The History of Music, Volume 5” by Emil Naumann and Frederick Arthur Gore Ouseley, offers a detailed exploration of musical evolution. This volume delves into specific periods, composers, and styles, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of music's historical trajectory. The book analyzes the...

Embark on a journey through the annals of sound with "The History of Music, Volume 1" by Emil Naumann. This comprehensive volume explores the evolution of musical forms, styles, and theories, offering readers a deep dive into the historical context and cultural significance of...

R. J. Stove's A Student's Guide to Music History is a concise account, written for the intelligent lay reader, of classical music's development from the early Middle Ages onwards. Beginning with a discussion of Hildegard von Bingen, a twelfth-century German nun and composer, and...

This work focuses on the profound impact that Bob Dylan's Midwestern roots have had on his songs, politics, and prophetic character.Author: David PichaskeISBN-10: 1441142320ISBN-13: 9781441142320Publisher: ContinuumLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/08/2010Pages: 384Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.10dAward: Northeastern Minnesota Book Award - NomineeReview Citation(s): Choice...

Beethoven's Letters V1: A Critical Edition, With Explanatory Notes (1909) is a comprehensive collection of letters written by the renowned composer Ludwig van Beethoven. This volume is the first of a series of critical editions that provide a detailed look into the personal and...

Sketch of a New Esthetic of Music is a book written by Italian composer and pianist, Ferruccio Busoni, in 1911. In this book, Busoni presents his ideas about the nature of music and its role in society. He argues that music should be seen...

""Navaho Classification of Their Song Ceremonials"" is a book written by Leland C. Wyman. It is a comprehensive study of the Navajo people's traditional song ceremonies, which are an integral part of their cultural heritage. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the various...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Monumental biography of one of the major musicians of the twentieth century. Revised edition: Adolf Busch (1891-1952) was an all-round musician and a moral beacon in troubled times. As first violin of the Busch String Quartet, founded in 1912, he was the greatest quartet-player...

No business plan, focus group, or grant request preceded the birth of the Santa Fe Community Orchestra. A couple of amateur musicians, who didn't know that starting an orchestra might be difficult, found a willing conductor, recruited a few friends, and made it work....

"In his latest book on the aesthetics of music, Peter Kivy presents an argument not for authenticity but for authenticities of performance, including authenticities of intention, sound, practice, and the authenticity of personal interpretation in performance.... As usual, Kivy's work is beautifully written, well...

This encyclopedia includes entries for 1,153 world premiere (and other significant) performances of operas in Europe, the United States, Latin America and Russia. Entries offer details about key persons, arias, interesting facts, and date and location of each premiere. There is a biographical dictionary...

This collection of essays on Debussy's life and music is aimed at both the music lover and a specialist readership. Many of the contributors to the current volume have worked on various pieces in the long-overdue complete edition, and the significance of their research...

Women and Popular Music explores the changing role of women musicians and the ways in which their songs resonate in popular culture. Sheila Whiteley begins by examining the counter-culture's reactionary attitudes to women through the lyrics of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones. She...

This annotated chronology of western music is the third in a series of outlines on the history of music in western civilization. It contains a 120-page annotated bibliography, followed by a detailed, documented outline that is divided into ten chapters. Each chapter is written...

"Cutting across traditional subject boundaries in music and cultural studies, this admirably comprehensive work adopts a welcome interdisciplinary ideal and makes a truly significant contribution to our knowledge of musical improvisation."--Robert Witmer, professor emeritus of music, York University Contributors are Stephen Blum, Patricia Shehan...

Performing Antiquity: Ancient Greek Music and Dance from Paris to Delphi, 1890-1930 investigates collaborations between French and American scholars of Greek antiquity (archaeologists, philologists, classicists, and musicologists), and the performing artists (dancers, composers, choreographers and musicians) who brought their research to life at the...

This book is intended to provide the inquisitive listener with a guide to exploring the many layers of meaning found in Bach's Christmas Oratorio. The first section offers a general sketch of the specific context in which this composition was created at the end...

This book will be available open access upon publication.Articulate Sounds uncovers the complex relationship between music, literature, and religious dissent in late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century Britain. While collective song was central to Dissenting identities and culture, James Grande shows how many aspects of...

You Can't Cheat Karma: The Punk Quiz Book by Martin PunktiliousWhether it's Johnny Rotten's parents hamster, or Mark E. Smith's granny on bongos, Kathleen Hanna's lap dancing persona, or Billy Childish's mum's cycling club, You Can't Cheat Karma: The Punk Quiz Book will have...

The first official account of the iconic record label.This Mortal Coil, Birthday Party, Bauhaus, Cocteau Twins, Pixies, Throwing Muses, Breeders, Dead Can Dance, Lisa Germano, Kristin Hersh, Belly, Red House Painters.Just a handful of the bands and artists who started out recording for 4AD,...

Details the wide, integral and influential role played by 'amateur' participants in early nineteenth-century Vienna's musical life. During Franz Schubert's lifetime in early nineteenth-century Vienna, amateurs and dilettantes were a vital part of the music scene, so much so that Eduard Hanslick considered it...

"The Clash's London Calling wasn't just an album - it was a revolution."Released in December 1979, London Calling transformed The Clash from punk agitators into one of the most important bands of the 20th century. With its fearless mix of punk, reggae, ska, rockabilly,...

Author: Richard WardISBN-13: 9798297232051Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/09/2025Pages: 118Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

New essays on the Mendelssohns and their circle, illuminating their lives, works, and influence.Perspectives on Mendelssohn presents newly commissioned essays by a group of distinguished international music historians on the Mendelssohns' life, work, and influence on their contemporaries. In four sections, the book addresses...

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of an undisputed prog rock masterpiece with this richly illustrated and highly giftable slip-cased volume. Just in time for the band's Fifty Something tour, Rush and 2112: 50 Years tells the complete tale of the most revered prog rock album...

A cultural history of the relationship between music and trance in America, from the early colonial era to the Jazz Age.Counterpoints of Ecstasy provides an engaging exploration of the relationship between music and self-transcendent experiences in America from the 1620s to the 1920s. It...

“Rob Roy Macgregor: An Operatic Drama In Three Acts” brings to life the legendary Scottish outlaw in a compelling theatrical experience. Penned by Isaac Pocock, this operatic adaptation delves into the daring exploits and complex character of Rob Roy, blending historical events with dramatic...

“Rob Roy Macgregor: An Operatic Drama In Three Acts” brings to life the legendary Scottish outlaw in a compelling theatrical experience. Penned by Isaac Pocock, this operatic adaptation delves into the daring exploits and complex character of Rob Roy, blending historical events with dramatic...

How are music/sound and dance/movement interwoven in artistic processes? What kinds of models can be identified when studying the relations between them, and which aesthetic intentions correspond to them? Based on these questions, the contributors to this volume map a wide range of performances...

Unlock the secrets of mastering the Guzheng as a beginner with this comprehensive guide! "MASTERING THE ART OF PLAYING GUZHENG AS A BEGINNER" is the ultimate resource for anyone eager to learn the mesmerizing sounds of this traditional Chinese instrument. Whether you're a complete...

Writing this book (for me) has been a labor of love. Ever since Rosemary Gardener dropped off her record collection at my house back in the 1950's, Rock 'n Roll music has consumed a large part of my life. The people who spearheaded the...

Questions of musical accessibility are relevant to most musical contexts but what does this term mean, how do we make contact with music and how do we decide what music to listen to? In The Accessibility of Music Jochen Eisentraut argues that musical judgements...

Discover the fascinating stories that lie behind the music. In a career spanning 75 glorious years, Dolly Parton has written some of the greatest songs in music history. Join award-winning author Annie Zaleski (Rolling Stone, Billboard) as she uncovers the fascinating inspiration behind more...

Activating Voices in Jazz History: Students Broadening the Narrative highlights the research of students who have been challenged to assess and interpret evidence found in historical records and engage in field interviews with a diverse representation of jazz artists. This approach serves as a...

Dive into the world of 19th-century music with Daniel Gregory Mason's insightful "From Grieg to Brahms: Studies of Some Modern Composers and Their Art." This collection offers a deep exploration of prominent composers and their lasting impact on music history. Mason's work provides a...

Explore the rich history of the violoncello with Wilhelm Joseph von Wasielewski's "The Violoncello and Its History." This meticulously prepared edition delves into the fascinating story of this beloved stringed instrument, tracing its evolution and significance in the world of music. A vital resource...

From the ballad singers of the 19th century to the jazz musicians of the 1920s, A Hundred Years of Music in America offers a comprehensive overview of the country's musical history. Drawing on extensive research and firsthand accounts, it provides a fascinating glimpse into...

An indispensable resource for all music lovers, this journal features reviews of concerts, critiques of new compositions, and articles on a wide range of musical topics. Dwight's erudite and engaging writing style makes this a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development...

This collection of essays marks the tercentenary in 1995 of Purcell's death. The essays represent the best recent research and deal mainly with the autograph manuscripts, Purcell's compositional technique, the relationship between Purcell and his teacher John Blow, a reassessment of Purcell court odes,...

America's most popular introduction to jazz For undergraduate courses in Jazz History, Jazz Survey, Evolution of Jazz, Introduction to Jazz, and Jazz Appreciation. America's most widely used introduction to jazz text captures the minds of students by teaching the history of the style and...

This highly captivating book takes readers on a journey through the history of classical music. However, author and music educator Vincent Sneed demonstrates that this history does not begin in Europe, but instead, the origins of classical music reside in places such as Africa,...

Throughout the history of slavery in the Americas, music carried messages of survival, rebellion, and solidarity. Enslaved people composed songs that were far more than laments--they were calls for liberty and revolution, celebrating heroes like Gabriel Prosser and Nat Turner and the triumph of...

Throughout the history of slavery in the Americas, music carried messages of survival, rebellion, and solidarity. Enslaved people composed songs that were far more than laments--they were calls for liberty and revolution, celebrating heroes like Gabriel Prosser and Nat Turner and the triumph of...

Hip Hop Studies and Queer Black Feminism presents a dynamic and much-needed fresh analysis of Black gendering and racialized sexualities in the sphere of Hip Hop. Editors Elaine B. Richardson, Gwendolyn D. Pough, and Treva B. Lindsey bring together established and rising scholars to...

Over a century after his death, Debussy remains prominent in concert programmes and international scholarly research. This collection showcases the latest developments in the field. It reflects new preoccupations in aesthetics, using an array of archival sources to piece together Debussy's literary tastes and...