Introduction to Music Studies (eBook, PDF)

Redaktion: Harper-Scott, J. P. E.

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

Why study music? How much practical use is it in the modern world? This introduction proves how studying music is of great value both in its own terms and also in the post-university careers marketplace. The book explains the basic concepts and issues involved in the academic study of music, draws attention to vital connections across the field and encourages critical thinking over a broad range of music-related issues. * Covers all main aspects of music studies, including topics such as composition, opera, popular music, and music theory * Provides a thorough overview of a hugely diverse subject, from the history of early music to careers in music technology, giving a head-start on the areas to be covered on a music degree * New to 'neume'? Need a reminder about 'ripping'? - glossaries give clear definitions of key musical terms * Chapters are carefully structured and organized enabling easy and quick location of the information needed

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Januar 2009
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780511512360
• Artikelnr.: 38216463

Inhaltsangabe

Features of this book: a guide
Introduction J. P. E. Harper-Scott
Part I. Disciplines: 1. Music history Jim Samson
2. Music theory and analysis Rachel Beckles Willson
3. The sociology of music Katharine Ellis
4. The psychology of music John Rink
5. Music aesthetics and critical theory Andrew Bowie
Part II. Approaches to Repertoire: 6. World musics Henry Stobart
7. Early music Stephen Rose
8. Opera David Charlton
9. Concert music Erik Levi
10. Jazz Andrew Bowie
11. Popular music Elizabeth Eva Leach
12. Music in film and television Julie Brown
Part III. Music in Practice: 13. Musical performance Tina K. Ramnarine
14. Composition Julian Johnson
15. Music technology Brian Lock
16. The economics and business of music Nicholas Cook.