A History of Western Music
By Donald Jay Grout, J. Peter Burkholder & Claude V. Palisca
The definitive survey of Western music from antiquity to the present day. Revered by students and scholars alike, this comprehensive guide explores the evolution of musical styles, genres, and ideas across centuries of cultural change.
Book Synopsis
From Gregorian chant to hip-hop, A History of Western Music traces the development of musical expression across Europe and the Americas. The seventh edition, co-authored by Burkholder and Palisca, offers a vivid narrative that contextualizes music within its social, political, and artistic environments. With timelines, composer biographies, and musical analysis, this is an essential reference for anyone seeking to understand the forces that shaped the Western musical canon.
Perfect For
- Music students and educators
- Historians of art and culture
- Classical music enthusiasts
- Libraries and academic institutions
Product Details
- Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
- Publication Date: July 1, 2019 (10th Edition)
- Format: Hardcover / eBook
- ISBN: 9780393668179
- Pages: 1120
- Dimensions: 7.4 x 1.6 x 10.3 inches
