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Norton anthology of Western music

edited by J. Peter Burkholder and Claude V. Palisca

W.W. Norton, c2006

5th ed

  • v. 1 : pbk
  • v. 2 : pbk

Printed Music(Full Score)

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Vol. 1. Ancient to Baroque -- v. 2. Classic to twentieth century

Vocal and instrumental music

Includes indexes of composers, titles, forms and genres

To accompany the CDs: "Norton recorded anthology of Western music"<BA75021607>

Description and Table of Contents

Volume

v. 2 : pbk ISBN 9780393925623

Description

Revised and enlivened commentaries closely examine the scores to clarify their historical significance.
Volume

v. 1 : pbk ISBN 9780393979909

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In a shift of emphasis, A History of Western Music places people making choices at the centre of the story, not as peripheral figures in the evolution of musical works and styles. Linking historical and social context directly to musical practice and styles, the book is organised around three central themes: people making choices; the tension between cultural tradition and musical innovation; and the values and tastes of producers and consumers. This edition restructures the text for greater accessibility, breaking it into small chapters within six sections; these are linked to form a single narrative thr

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