A History of Western Music

This comprehensive text offers a detailed exploration of the development of Western music from ancient times to the modern era. It covers key periods such as the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th century, providing insights into the evolution of musical styles, forms, and genres. The book includes discussions on influential composers, significant works, and the cultural contexts that shaped the music of each era. Illustrated with musical examples, it serves as an essential resource for understanding the rich tapestry of Western musical history.

Published 1960, Shorter Edition

Binding of book is intact. Slight foxing on front and back covers, with tears and sticker or tape shadows on the front cover, and fraying of edges on the back cover. Slight foxing and some fading on spine. Slight tanning and foxing on top, fore, and bottom edges. Moderate foxing and an annotation in pencil on endpapers. Pages are clean of foxing and annotations, with slight tanning around margins. Book is wrapped in plastic.

Condition: Good