Popular History Of Music, Musical Instruments, Ballet, And Opera: From St. Ambrose To Mozart (1888)

""A Popular History Of Music, Musical Instruments, Ballet, And Opera: From St. Ambrose To Mozart"" is a book written by James E. Matthew and first published in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of music, musical instruments, ballet, and opera from the time of St. Ambrose to the era of Mozart. The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of music, exploring the various styles, genres, and composers that have shaped this art form over the centuries.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of music history. The first section covers the early history of music, including the music of the ancient Greeks and Romans. The second section explores the development of musical instruments, from the earliest percussion instruments to the modern-day piano. The third section delves into the world of ballet, tracing its origins in the courts of Renaissance Italy to its modern incarnation as a popular dance form.The final section of the book is dedicated to opera, providing a detailed history of this dramatic art form from its beginnings in Italy to its spread throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples of musical compositions and performances, as well as biographical information about the many composers, musicians, and dancers who have contributed to the rich history of music.Overall, ""A Popular History Of Music, Musical Instruments, Ballet, And Opera: From St. Ambrose To Mozart"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of music and the performing arts.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.