A Hundred Years Of Music In America: An Account Of Musical Effort In America During The Past Century (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161655957)

""A Hundred Years of Music in America"" is a comprehensive account of the evolution of music in America over the past century. Written by William Smythe Babcock Mathews, a renowned musicologist and historian, the book explores the various musical genres and styles that emerged and evolved in America during the 19th and 20th centuries. The author traces the history of American music from its early beginnings, through its various stages of development, to its current state of diversity and innovation.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the emergence of classical music in America, the rise of popular music genres such as jazz, blues, and rock and roll, and the impact of technology on the music industry. The author also examines the role of music in American society, including its use in political campaigns, social movements, and cultural events.Throughout the book, Mathews provides detailed analyses of the major figures and movements that shaped American music, including composers, performers, and music educators. He also offers insights into the cultural and historical contexts that influenced the development of music in America.Overall, ""A Hundred Years of Music in America"" is a rich and informative account of the musical heritage of America, and an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of music in the United States.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.

Author: William Smythe Babcock Mathews
ISBN-10: 1161655956
ISBN-13: 9781161655957
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 722
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.21lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.50d