Music-History & Criticism

In this groundbreaking study of the history of Spanish music, Robert Stevenson explores the role of music in the cultural and social life of Renaissance Spain. Drawing on extensive archival research, Spanish Music in the Age of Columbus is a rich and detailed portrait...

In his first book, Listening Subjects, David Schwarz succeeded in fusing post-Lacanian psychoanalytic, musical-theoretical, and musical-historical perspectives. In Listening Awry, he expands his project to "tell a story of historical modernism writ large"--how German music spanning two centuries refracts changes in society and culture,...

This is the first book to focus on the role of education in relation to music and gender. Invoking a concept of musical patriarchy and a theory of the social construction of musical meaning, Lucy Green shows how women's musical practices and gendered musical...

On the Zócalo, the main square of Mexico City, Mexico's entire musical history is performed every day. "Mexica" percussionists drum and dance to the music of Aztec rituals on the open plaza. Inside the Metropolitan Cathedral, choristers sing colonial villancicos. Outside the National Palace,...

If there is anything that can be said to define the music scene in the Nordic countries, it is that it is tremendously diverse, something that this engaging and informative guide to Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland's folk music will demonstrate. After reading...

Explores the city's rich music scene, highlighting iconic artists, venues, and unforgettable gigs.Dive in to Glasgow's vibrant musical heritage with this entertaining guide to the people, places and events which have shaped the city's world-renowned music scene.Covering folk to funk, pop to punk, this...

What do legendary blues musician Robert Johnson, Black Sabbath, and Billie Eilish have in common? Much more than you might think.Redefining Music: How Artists Continually Change the Musical Landscape will not only change how you view influential artists but reframe the way you view...

Philip Hale (1854-1934) helped put Boston on the Transatlantic map through his music writing. Mitchell reconstructs Hale's oeuvre to produce an authoritative account of the role the Boston Symphony played in the international world of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century music.Author: J. MitchellISBN-10: 1349497673ISBN-13: 9781349497676Publisher:...

The Book of Chants by Arthur Foote is a collection of choral music that includes 20 pieces arranged for four-part mixed voices. The book features a variety of hymns, anthems, and other choral works that are suitable for use in religious services and concerts....

Offering queer analyses of paintings by Caravaggio and Puccini and films by Özpetek, Amelio, and Grimaldi, Champagne argues that Italian masculinity has often been articulated through melodrama. Wide in scope and multidisciplinary in approach, this much-needed study shows the vital role of affect for...

Gluck and His Operas is a classic study of one of the most important composers of the late 18th century. Written by the renowned French composer Hector Berlioz and translated into English by Edwin Evans, this book offers insights into Gluck's life, work, and...

A GUARDIAN, OBSERVER, PITCHFORK, NPR, METRO AND HERALD SCOTLAND BEST MUSIC BOOK OF 2018 'The definitive grime biography' NME 'A landmark genre history' Pitchfork The year 2000. As Britain celebrates the new millennium, something is stirring in the crumbling council estates of inner-city London....

The first book to examine the classic Italian opera house in a global context. In Opera and the Built Environment, music scholar Laura Vasilyeva considers the remarkable mass construction of opera houses around the world since the 1800s and the no-less-remarkable bids to standardize...

Originally dismissed as curiosities, J. S. Bach's Cello Suites are now understood as the pinnacle of composition for unaccompanied cello. This handbook examines how and why Bach composed these highly innovative works. It explains the characteristics of each of the dance types used in...

The fascinating story behind the making of Bruce Springsteen's most surprising album, Nebraska, revealing its pivotal role in Springsteen's career--now with a new afterword Soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeremy Allen White (The Bear) "Brilliant . . . For fans of...

Printed Musical Propaganda in Early Modern England reveals how consistently music, in theory and practice, was used as propaganda in a variety of printed genres that included or discussed music from the English Civil Wars through the reign of William and Mary. These printed...

In Alive in the Sound, Ronald Radano proposes a new understanding of US Black music by focusing on the key matter of value, manifested musically in its seemingly embodied qualities--spirit, soul, and groove. While acknowledging these qualities are always embedded in Black music, Radano...

On March 1, 1954, the US military detonated "Castle Bravo," its most powerful nuclear bomb, at Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Two days later, the US military evacuated the Marshallese to a nearby atoll where they became part of a classified study, without...

Masterpieces Of The Great Violin Makers is a book published in 1917 by the Rudolph Wurlitzer Company. The book is a comprehensive guide to the finest violins ever made by the greatest violin makers of all time. It includes detailed information about the history...

Songs of Light is a book of poetry written by Harold F. Forshaw. The collection is comprised of 50 poems that explore themes of love, nature, spirituality, and the human experience. The poems are written in a variety of styles, including sonnets, haikus, and...

The writer, composer and organist Thomas Busby (1754-1838) was originally articled to the composer Jonathan Battishill before setting out to make his living from both musical and literary labours. His compositions (many now lost) include songs, theatre music and oratorios. His written output comprised...

Delve into the heart and mind of Franz Liszt, the 19th century's most celebrated piano virtuoso and composer, through his personal correspondence. "Letters of Franz Liszt, Vol. 1, From Paris to Rome: Years of Travel as a Virtuoso" offers a captivating glimpse into the...

Discover the intimate and insightful "Life of Chopin" by Franz Liszt, a captivating biography of the legendary composer Frédéric Chopin. Written by a contemporary and fellow musical giant, this book offers a unique perspective on Chopin's life, artistry, and the romantic era in which...

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,...

Anthology for Music in the Eighteenth Century, part of the Western Music in Context series, is the ideal companion to Music in the Eighteenth Century. Twenty-nine carefully chosen works--including a piano sonata by Anna Bon, liturgical music by Ignacio de Jerusalem, and movements from...

** Music in Turkey is one of several case-study volumes that can be used along with Thinking Musically, the core book in the Global Music Series. Thinking Musically incorporates music from many diverse cultures and establishes the framework for exploring the practice of music...

Contradictory and paradoxical, Schoenberg was responsible for explosively radical innovations in composition - including atonality and the twelve-tone method - that changed the face of music in the twentieth century. This volume explores Schoenberg's life, work and world, offering contributions from internationally recognized musicologists,...

The book considers record collecting and vinyl consumption in the 21st century and in the context of the vinyl revival. The book highlights gender, and how gender disparity is expressed in vinyl communities.Author: Veronica SkrimsjöISBN-10: 1032510463ISBN-13: 9781032510460Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2025Pages: 136Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.21h...

Anthony Gomez III explores how out of the commercial failure of the 1980s Paisley Underground genre, a Los Angeles that suffered one of the highest crime rates in the country, the rise of Chicano/a art in the public eye, and record label disputes, singer...

No progressive rock band could ever be said to be a household name, but Van der Graaf Generator, who celebrated their fiftieth anniversary in 2018, rarely enjoyed that distinction even in the households of many prog fans. VdGG, and the band's main creative force,...

Growing sales numbers for cassette tapes in the Global North since the early 2010s have led mass media outlets to repeatedly proclaim a tape revival. Yet, the grassroots projects of devotees in niche punk, noise and hip-hop DIY music scenes have continuously upheld the...

With these poems devoted to jazz, Dave Oliphant offers a testament to the variety and significance of the art form and its artists. These poems are an attempt to pay homage to the art of jazz and to its musicians, whose lives and performances...

Album sleeve art from a transformative era in America's radical jazz culture, plus covers for recordings by Black poets, civil rights activists and experimental musiciansJust over 15 years ago, Soul Jazz Records' Gilles Peterson and Stuart Baker published Freedom, Rhythm & Sound, showcasing the...

This volume redefines how we approach early music and cultural histories, intertwining feminist, decolonial, and creative perspectives. Fatima Lahham delves into the improvisational practices of early modern England, situating them within a rich tapestry of musical sources, theological texts, travel narratives, and natural histories....

This volume redefines how we approach early music and cultural histories, intertwining feminist, decolonial, and creative perspectives. Fatima Lahham delves into the improvisational practices of early modern England, situating them within a rich tapestry of musical sources, theological texts, travel narratives, and natural histories....

When Ashley Hutchings broke away from Fairport Convention in 1969, he recruited two musical duos who didn't seem to agree about very much at all. This fractious group imploded before their debut album was even released. Undeterred, two new musicians were enlisted and Steeleye...

A Smörgåsbord of Sound is a survey of modern jazz in Scandinavia between the years 1949 and 1980. Its main section is an A-Z of 76 musicians and bands from Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and America who helped to establish and develop the music...

It's been more than 50 years since extraordinary British rock band Van Der Graaf Generator released their legendary fourth studio album, Pawn Hearts: a mind-splitting masterpiece that fascinated an entire generation of music lovers, redefining what could be done within the realm of music....

This book explores twelve themes that reflect Beethoven's compositional development and thought. The result is a fascinating new portrait of the composer and his music, and a panorama of the world of thought, norms, and values that he navigated.Author: Hans-Joachim HinrichsenISBN-10: 1666975982ISBN-13: 9781666975987Publisher: Lexington...

Established in 1935 under the aegis of the Works Progress Administration, the Federal Music Project (FMP) was designed to employ musicians who were hard hit by the economic devastation of the Great Depression. All of This Music Belongs to the Nation is the first...

Explore the fascinating history and construction of early keyboard instruments with "Harpsichords and Clavichords" by Cynthia A. Hoover. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the intricate mechanics and musical significance of the harpsichord and clavichord, providing a comprehensive overview for enthusiasts of early music...

Unlock the secrets of vocal mastery with Lilli Lehmann's "How to Sing: Meine Gesangskunst," a timeless guide to singing technique. This meticulously prepared edition offers invaluable insights into voice training, suitable for aspiring opera singers, enthusiasts of Lieder, and anyone seeking to improve their...

For many, the name Jimi Hendrix conjures up a larger-than-life image of the man who set fire to guitars, women's hearts, and the status quo. In this groundbreaking account, music journalist Charles R. Cross takes a far deeper look. Beyond Hendrix's legendary onstage and...

The Kaprálová Companion, edited by Karla Hartl and Erik Entwistle, is a collection of biographical and analytical essays on Czech composer Vítezslava Kaprálová [1915-1940]. Accompanied by an annotated catalog of works, annotated chronology of life events, bibliography, discography, and a list of published works,...

This study of the music of a group of important composers of the twentieth century includes Debussy, Webern, Schoenberg, Stravinsky, Bartók, Janácek, Britten, Carter, Birtwistle, Andriessen and Adams. Arnold Whittall explores the cultural contexts and critical perspectives which shed light on certain works by...

Early Language Intervention for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers offers practical guidelines for promoting language development in young children at home and in school. It covers assessment and intervention of both verbal and nonverbal communication, including augmentative and alternative communication. Pearson eText is an easy-to-use...

At the dawn of the '70s, in a country still reeling from the aftershocks of World War 2, an underground movement of rock musicians resolved to tear it all up and start again. Welcome to France, 1968. Music fans in the English-speaking world are...

A new theory of personhood makes the case that a "person" has always been an aesthetic category, not just a legal, political, or moral one. What does it mean to be a person? One might think of the possession of certain rights, having the...

This biography of Beethoven by Ernest Walker offers a detailed look into the life and works of one of history's most influential composers. Exploring his early years, struggles, and triumphs, Walker provides readers with valuable insights into Beethoven's creative process and personal life. From...

"The Organ And Church Music" presents two discourses delivered by George Edward Ellis at Harvard Church, Charlestown, in September 1852. These discourses offer a glimpse into the role and perception of organ and church music during the mid-19th century. Ellis delves into the historical...