The Dictionary of Music, written by William Smythe Babcock Mathews and originally published in 1896, is a comprehensive reference guide to the world of music. It contains over 5,000 entries on a wide range of musical topics, including composers, instruments, musical terms, styles, and genres.The book is organized alphabetically, making it easy to navigate and find information quickly. Each entry provides a detailed description of the topic, including its history, significance, and notable examples. The dictionary also includes numerous illustrations and musical examples to help readers better understand the concepts being discussed.In addition to its extensive coverage of traditional Western classical music, the Dictionary of Music also includes entries on folk music, jazz, and other popular genres. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in music, from students and teachers to professional musicians and music historians.Despite being over a century old, the Dictionary of Music remains a relevant and useful reference guide for music enthusiasts today. Its clear and concise writing style, combined with its comprehensive coverage of musical topics, make it an indispensable resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of music history and theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. 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 their original work.