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The Listener's Guide to Music: With a Concert-Goer's Glossary

The Listener's Guide to Music: With a Concert-Goer's Glossary

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General MusicMusic Instruction: GeneralMusic Reference

ISBN10: 1025807871
ISBN13: 9781025807874
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 138
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Listener's Guide to Music, With a Concert-Goer's Glossary is a foundational work of music appreciation designed to bridge the gap between the complex technicalities of composition and the shared experience of the concert hall. Written by the renowned musicologist Percy A. Scholes, this guide provides readers with the necessary tools to understand and enjoy classical music on a deeper level.

The text explores various musical forms, the roles of different instruments within an orchestra, and the historical progression of musical styles. By breaking down the components of a performance, Scholes demystifies the listening process, making it accessible to those without formal training. A significant feature of the work is the comprehensive Concert-Goer's Glossary, which offers clear definitions of the technical terms and Italian phrases frequently encountered in program notes and reviews.

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