The Book of Music

by Gill Rowley (Editor)

Music's origins and development, how we perceive sound, how instruments work, and a timeline of composers and world music events are all explored in this complete overview of the music world. Included are the latest methods of recording such as digital and CD production. Glossaries and composers' biographies combine with the contemporary scene to allow for a greater appreciation of the music in our lives. A wonderful source for everything musical.

Genres: Music

192 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1988