A Hundred Years Of Music In America: An Account Of Musical Effort In America During The Past Century

""A Hundred Years of Music in America"" is a comprehensive account of the musical developments and achievements in the United States over the course of the past century. Written by William Smythe Babcock Mathews, a prominent musicologist and educator, the book explores the diverse range of musical genres and styles that have emerged and evolved in America, from classical and opera to jazz and popular music. Mathews provides an in-depth analysis of the major figures and movements that have shaped the American musical landscape, including composers, performers, conductors, and educators. The book also delves into the social and cultural contexts that have influenced the development of American music, such as immigration, race relations, and technological advancements. With its detailed and insightful exploration of a century of musical achievement, ""A Hundred Years of Music in America"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American music.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
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Jun 01, 2007
• | Number of Pages: 720 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1432547194
• | ISBN-13: 9781432547196