The Present State of Music in Germany, the Netherlands, and United Provinces: Or the Journal of a Tour Through Those Countries (1775)

By Charles Burney

Book Overview

The Present State Of Music In Germany, The Netherlands, And United Provinces: Or The Journal Of A Tour Through Those Countries (1775) is a book written by Charles Burney. The book is a detailed account of Burney's travels through Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Provinces, where he observed and documented the state of music in these countries. Burney was a renowned music historian and composer, and his observations in this book provide a unique insight into the musical culture of Europe in the late 18th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the state of music education, the performance of opera and other musical genres, the role of music in society, and the works of prominent composers such as Handel, Bach, and Haydn. The book is a valuable resource for music historians and enthusiasts, as well as anyone interested in the cultural history of Europe.Undertaken To Collect Materials For A General History Of Music.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104663988
• ISBN13: 9781104663988
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"