""John Sullivan Dwight, Brook-Farmer, Editor, and Critic of Music: A Biography"" is a book written by George Willis Cooke and published in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Sullivan Dwight, who was a prominent figure in the world of music criticism and journalism in the 19th century. Dwight was a Brook-Farmer, a member of a utopian community in Massachusetts, and he used his position as an editor of the Brook Farm journal to promote his ideas on music and culture. He was also a prolific writer on music, and his reviews and essays were ...

""The Story of Notation"" is a historical account of the development of musical notation from its earliest beginnings to the 20th century. Written by Charles Francis Abdy Williams and first published in 1903, the book traces the evolution of notation from the earliest Greek and Roman systems through the development of medieval neumes and the eventual standardization of modern notation. The book covers the major advancements in notation, including the introduction of staff notation, the development of time signatures and key signatures, and the adoption of ...

Break of Day in the Eighteenth Century: A History and a Specimen of its First Book of English Sacred Song is a historical and musical work written by Isaac Watts and first published in 1880. The book provides a detailed account of the development of English sacred music during the 18th century, tracing its origins from the medieval period to the present day. It also includes a collection of the earliest English sacred songs, with music and lyrics, as a sample of the genre. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and music enthusiasts interested in the ...

The Commemoration Of The Founding Of The House Of Chickering And Sons Upon The Eightieth Anniversary Of The Event, 1823-1903 is a historical book written by Chickering And Sons. It was published in 1904 and documents the history of the founding of the Chickering And Sons company, which was established in 1823. The book serves as a commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the founding of the company and contains a wealth of information about the company's growth and development over the years. It includes details about the company's founders, the pianos they ...

History of the Modern Music of Western Europe: From the First Century to the Present Day is a comprehensive book written by Raphael G. Kiesewetter. The book was first published in 1848 and provides a detailed account of the evolution of music in Western Europe from the first century to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period in the history of Western music. Kiesewetter begins by exploring the music of ancient Greece and Rome, before moving on to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. He then delves ...

Liederen (1868) is een boek geschreven door Frans De Cort. Het is een verzameling van liederen die in de 19e eeuw werden gezongen. Het boek bevat verschillende soorten liederen, waaronder volksliederen, liefdesliederen en religieuze liederen. De teksten zijn geschreven in het Nederlands en zijn ge�����llustreerd met prachtige tekeningen. Het boek is een waardevolle bron voor iedereen die ge�����nteresseerd is in de muziekgeschiedenis van de 19e eeuw en de Nederlandse cultuur.This Book Is ...

Le livre ""Richard Wagner Et Le Drame Contemporain"" �����crit par Alfred Ernst en 1887 est une �����tude approfondie de l'�����uvre de Richard Wagner et de son influence sur le drame contemporain. L'auteur explore les th�����mes et les techniques utilis�����s par Wagner dans ses op�����ras, ainsi que son impact sur la litt�����rature ...

English Melodies is a collection of poems written by Charles Swain and published in 1849. The book contains a total of 50 poems that are inspired by English culture, landscapes, and traditions. The poems are written in a simple and lyrical style, making them easy to read and understand.The book is divided into different sections, each focusing on a particular theme. For example, there is a section on rural life, which includes poems about farming, nature, and the countryside. Another section is dedicated to the sea, with poems about sailors, fishermen, and ...

A Treatise On Musical Grammar: And The Principles Of Harmony is a book written by Joseph Mainzer in 1843. The book is a comprehensive guide to the basics of music theory and the principles of harmony. It is intended for musicians who want to gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental concepts of music and how they can be applied in practice. The book is divided into two main sections. The first section, Musical Grammar, covers the basics of music theory, including notation, rhythm, scales, and intervals. It also delves into the different types of musical ...

Church Music In America is a comprehensive historical account of the development of music in American churches from its earliest days up until the mid-19th century. Written by Nathaniel Duren Gould and originally published in 1853, the book explores the unique characteristics and practices of church music in different periods, including its origins in colonial times, the influence of the Great Awakening, and the rise of hymn singing in the 19th century. Gould also provides insights into the proper use of music in worship, as well as the potential for its ...