What to Listen for in Music
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Rating | : | 4.94 (895 Votes) |
Asin | : | B0013YEWGA |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 411 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Music Studies, Guide Book
JR Pinto said HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!. THIS IS A BOOK FOR PEOPLE AT ALL LEVELS - LAYMAN, COMPOSER, OR ADVANCED MUSIC LOVER. "Why should one have to learn or need guidance on how to listen to what one is hearing?" is the question that William Schuman asks in his Preface. "The answer is simple. Listening to music is a skill that is acquired through experience and lear. clear and easy to follow this is not a novel, but is an easy read. got it for a class.. "A good introduction to classical music" according to Sekais. Given the complexity of classical music, it is not surprising that many people find it confusing and intimidating. With all those terms like "sonata-allegro form" and "contrapuntal texture", it's easy to feel intimidated when trying to make sense of an hour long symphony. Fortunately, Aaron Copland does a good job explaining th