Historical Dictionary of Baroque Music

By Joseph P. Swain

Book Overview

The Historical Dictionary of Baroque Music covers the history of this period through a chronology, an introductory essay, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 400 cross-referenced entries on the most important traditions, famous pieces, persons, places, technical terms, and institutions of Baroque music. This book is a vital reference tool for students and teachers of music history, students and teachers of the Western tradition, and above all for lovers of Baroque music.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810878240
• ISBN13: 9780810878242
• Release Date: June 2013
• Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.1"