How to Appreciate Music by Gustav Kobbé
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About this eBook
| Author | Kobbé, Gustav, 1857-1918 |
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| Title | How to Appreciate Music |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | How to appreciate a pianoforte recital -- How to appreciate an orchestral concert -- How to appreciate vocal music. |
| Credits |
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Linda McKeown, monkeyclogs, Dan Horwood and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "How to Appreciate Music" by Gustav Kobbé is an insightful guide to understanding and appreciating music, likely written in the early 20th century. The book aims to enlighten music lovers—those who attend concerts and recitals but may not have formal training—by providing them with the knowledge necessary to enhance their enjoyment of music. Kobbé discusses the evolution of various musical forms and figures, including significant composers from both classical and modern eras, which helps readers develop a deeper understanding of musical expression. The opening portion of the work introduces the nature and significance of the pianoforte, detailing its prominent role in both personal and public musical experiences. Kobbé emphasizes that while many people may not play or sing, their ability to appreciate music can be profound. He elaborates on the history and evolution of the pianoforte, illustrating its capabilities and unique characteristics that distinguish it from other instruments. Additionally, Kobbé plans to explore how the study of the pianoforte can serve as a gateway to understanding the broader musical landscape, signifying its foundational place in music history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | MT: Music: Musical instruction and study, Composition |
| Subject | Music |
| Subject | Music appreciation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34610 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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