Music : the definitive visual history

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A history of the progression of music since its prehistoric beginnings, reviewing not only Western music but also music from around the world. Includes profiles of influential musicians, a history of instruments, and a listing of key works for each genre.

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Composers

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Musical instruments

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ISBN:

9780744058345
0744058341

Edition:

Second edition
American edition

Description:

480 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm

Other Title:

At head of title: DK Smithsonian Music : the definitive visual history

Notes:

Includes index

Control Number:

3183754

Other Authors:

Blenkinsop, Ian, author
Day, Kiku, author
ElNaggar, Jennette, editor
Grant, R. G., author
Smithsonian Institution, sponsoring body
Wilcox, Heather, editor

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