Format:
1 online resource (xv, 296 pages)
,
digital, PDF file(s).
ISBN:
9780511801167
,
9780521842938
,
9780521603805
Content:
Why study music? How much practical use is it in the modern world? This introduction proves how studying music is of great value both in its own terms and also in the post-university careers marketplace. The book explains the basic concepts and issues involved in the academic study of music, draws attention to vital connections across the field and encourages critical thinking over a broad range of music-related issues. • Covers all main aspects of music studies, including topics such as composition, opera, popular music, and music theory • Provides a thorough overview of a hugely diverse subject, from the history of early music to careers in music technology, giving a head-start on the areas to be covered on a music degree • New to 'neume'? Need a reminder about 'ripping'? - glossaries give clear definitions of key musical terms • Chapters are carefully structured and organized enabling easy and quick location of the information needed
Note:
Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 18 Jul 2016)
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780521842938
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe ISBN 9780521842938
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1017/CBO9780511801167
