How to Appreciate Music

by Gustav Kobbé

17 chapters7h 19mEnglish1912

About this book

Originally published in 1906, this book is essentially a how to guide on music appreciation. Includes sections on the pianoforte, orchestral, and vocal music. Good for anyone who wishes for a greater appreciation of the wonders of music. (Summary by prwells32)

Chapters (16)

1The Pianoforte

2601

2Bach's Service to Music

3199

3From Fugue to Sonata

2350

4Dawn of the Romantic Period

2117

5Chopin, the Poet of the Pianoforte

1772

6Schumann, the “Intimate”

737

7Liszt, the Giant among Virtuosos

1812

8With Paderewski—A Modern Pianist on Tour

1059

9Development of the Orchestra

1335

10Instruments of the Orchestra

1489

11Concerning Symphonies

1044

12Richard Strauss and His Music

1816

13A Note on Chamber Music

416

14Songs and Song Composers

1662

15Oratorio

1027

16Opera and Music-Drama

1650

How to Appreciate Music

About this book

Chapters (16)

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