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Baroque Music: Music in Western Europe, 15801750 (The Norton Introduction to Music History),Used
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John Walter Hills highly anticipated text presents a broad survey of the music of Western Europe from 1580 to 1750. This essential addition to the Norton Introduction to Music History series provides a comprehensive introduction to the music of the Baroque, incorporating discussions of culture, religion, and political history with indepth analysis of musical compositions. The narrative is complemented by a wide range of music in both the text and the accompanying Anthology of Baroque Music; the works included reflect the innovations and great stylistic diversity of music during this dynamic period.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Baroque Music: Music in Western Europe, 1580–1750'? A: The book offers a comprehensive overview of Western European music from 1580 to 1750, exploring the Baroque period's cultural, religious, and political influences alongside detailed analyses of musical compositions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is John Walter Hill, who provides insights into the music and historical context of the Baroque era.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 525 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a hardcover, which typically provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: When was 'Baroque Music: Music in Western Europe, 1580–1750' published? A: The book was published on March 16, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in music history? A: Yes, the book is designed as an introduction to music history, making it accessible for beginners as well as informative for more advanced readers.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'Baroque Music: Music in Western Europe, 1580–1750'.
- Q: Does this book include musical examples or scores? A: Yes, the book is complemented by a range of musical examples in the text and includes an accompanying Anthology of Baroque Music.
- Q: What condition is this book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Classical music.