The Elements of Nivigation
- 234 pages
- 9 hours of reading
W. J. Henderson Books
William James Henderson was an American musical critic and scholar recognized for his perceptive reviews of opera performances. His critical evaluations of the Metropolitan Opera's star singers, published in leading New York newspapers, remain a valuable resource for today's scholars. Henderson's journalistic acumen shone through in his ability to analyze and describe musical performances with deep understanding and a keen eye for detail. His work thus offers not only historical insight into the world of opera but also timeless assessments of artistic interpretation.
Life's Verses (1885)
- 92 pages
- 4 hours of reading
This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.
The Orchestra and Orchestral Music
- 270 pages
- 10 hours of reading
How Music Developed
- 420 pages
- 15 hours of reading
This book traces the evolution of music from its earliest beginnings to the present day. Through a series of engaging and informative chapters, the author shows how music has changed over time, and offers insight into the artistic, cultural, and technological factors that have shaped this evolution.