Modern Music And Musicians (1906)

""Modern Music and Musicians"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of music, written by Richard Alexander Streatfeild and originally published in 1906. The book covers a wide range of topics related to music, including the history of music, the lives and works of famous composers, the development of musical instruments, and the different genres of music. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of music. The first section provides an overview of the history of music, from the earliest known forms of music to the present day. The second section focuses on the lives and works of famous composers, including Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and Wagner, among others. The third section of the book discusses the development of musical instruments, from the earliest instruments made from natural materials to the modern-day instruments used in orchestras and bands. The fourth section covers the different genres of music, including classical, folk, jazz, and pop music. Throughout the book, Streatfeild provides detailed information and analysis of the music, composers, and instruments he discusses. He also includes numerous illustrations and musical examples to help readers better understand the concepts he presents. Overall, ""Modern Music and Musicians"" is an informative and engaging guide to the world of music, suitable for both music students and enthusiasts alike.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.