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The Present State Of Music In France And Italy: Or The Journal Of A Tour Through Those Countries (1773)

The Present State Of Music In France And Italy: Or The Journal Of A Tour Through Those Countries (1773)

Burney, Charles

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral MusicMusic Instruction: General

ISBN10: 110466397X
ISBN13: 9781104663971
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Present State of Music in France and Italy: Or The Journal of a Tour Through Those Countries (1773) is a book written by Charles Burney, an English music historian and composer. The book is a detailed account of Burney's travels through France and Italy, where he observed and analyzed the state of music in those countries.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering Burney's travels through France and the second part covering his travels through Italy. Burney provides a comprehensive analysis of the music scene in each country, including the composers, performers, venues, and audiences.Throughout the book, Burney shares his opinions on the music he hears and the musicians he meets, providing valuable insights into the musical culture of France and Italy in the 18th century. He also includes descriptions of the various instruments he encounters, as well as discussions of musical theory and practice.Overall, The Present State of Music in France and Italy is a fascinating glimpse into the musical world of two of Europe's most influential countries during a pivotal moment in their history. It remains an important resource for scholars and music lovers alike.Undertaken To Collect Materials For A General History Of Music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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