Author | : Mark Evan Bonds |
File Size | : 41,9 Mb |
Publisher | : Pearson |
Language | : English |
Release Date | : 24 April 2024 |
ISBN | : 0205867227 |
Pages | : 0 pages |
A History of Music in Western Culture by Mark Evan Bonds Book PDF Summary
A History of Music in Western Culture, 4/e is based on the premise that the best way to convey the history of Western music is to focus on specific works of music. The text is structured around a carefully selected repertory of music that reflects the development of the art form throughout time. Mark Evan Bonds helps readers gain a broad understanding of the nature of music, its role in society, and the ways in which these have changed over time. A History of Music in Western Culture challenges students to think critically about the nature of music and its past. Once familiar with a representative body of music, students can better grasp the evolution of musical style and music's changing uses within the Western tradition. -- Amazon.com.