History Of English Music (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163407608)

The book ""History of English Music"" by Henry Davey is a comprehensive study of the evolution of music in England from the earliest times to the present day. The author traces the development of music in England through various periods, starting with the medieval era and the influence of the church on music, moving on to the Renaissance and the rise of secular music, the Baroque period and the emergence of opera, the Classical era and the works of composers such as Handel and Haydn, and finally the Romantic era and the works of composers such as Elgar and Vaughan Williams.The book provides a detailed analysis of the various genres of music that have been popular in England over the centuries, including choral music, folk music, ballads, and popular music. The author also explores the social and cultural context in which music was created and performed, including the role of music in religious worship, the influence of the royal court on music, and the emergence of music as a form of entertainment for the masses.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of musical compositions and performances, as well as biographical information about the composers and musicians who created them. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in the history of music in England.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: Henry Davey
ISBN-10: 1163407607
ISBN-13: 9781163407608
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 540
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.11lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d