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Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians: American Supplement
Hardcover
Dictionaries & EncyclopediasGeneral MusicMusic Reference
ISBN13: 9781025693767
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 480
Weight: 1.86
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians, American Supplement stands as a monumental reference work meticulously compiled to document the rich history and rapid evolution of music within the United States. Serving as a vital companion to the classic Grove's series, this supplement focuses exclusively on the American musical landscape, providing an in-depth exploration of the people, institutions, and trends that defined the nation's artistic output. Edited by Waldo Selden Pratt and Charles N. Boyd, the volume offers an extensive collection of biographical entries for composers, conductors, instrumentalists, and singers who contributed significantly to the American scene.
Beyond biography, the work delves into the history of musical societies, orchestral organizations, and educational institutions, tracing the growth of professional music standards across the country. Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians, American Supplement provides scholars and researchers with a clear window into the development of choral music, opera, and instrumental performance during a formative era. This comprehensive dictionary is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the cultural history of North America and the systematic study of its musical legacy. Its detailed records and scholarly tone ensure its place as a cornerstone of musical reference literature, preserving the achievements of American musicians for future generations.
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