From Gregorian chant to Bachs Brandenburg Concerti; the music of the Medieval; Renaissance; and Baroque periods is both beautiful and intriguing; expanding our horizons as it nourishes our souls. In this Very Short Introduction; Thomas Forrest Kelly provides not only a compact overview of the music itself; but also a lively look at the many attempts over the last two centuries to revive it. Kelly shows that the early-music revival has long been grounded in the idea of spontaneity; of excitement; and of recapturing experiences otherwise lost to us--either the rediscovery of little-known repertories or the recovery of lost performing styles; with the conviction that; with the right performance; the music will come to life anew. Blending musical and social history; he shows how the Early Music movement in the 1960s took on political overtones; fueled by a rebellion against received wisdom and enforced conformity. Kelly also discusses ongoing debates about authenticity; the desirability of period instruments; and the relationship of mainstream opera companies and symphony orchestras to music that they often ignore; or play in modern fashion.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful. A great contribution for the self-learner. but challengingBy Charles WilkesLearning classical guitar is a challenging endeavor. Yes. this is the right book with the right exercises and techniques to teach you to become a competent beginning classical guitarist.Importantly. it is different from other For Dummies" books because it is not easy or patronizing. Authors Mark Philips John Chapell have created a course that has the integrity to challenge you to develop real skills over time. You will be proud of each chapter you complete -but you will work for it- especially if you are new to the guitar like I am.This book is a great work for the beginning self-taught student. because it does not oversimplify this beautiful instrument. Yet. with determination it puts complex techniques and skills within your grasp.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Great BookBy Audio-BookishI purchased this item as a gift for my husband. He is delighted with it. and says he has learned more from this book than all the others put together. Not being a musician myself. I cant speak to the information in it for myself. but he is knowledgeable. so I will take his word for it.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Most thorough Classical Guitar BookBy Spencer BennettBest thing out there. Descriptions of technique. styles. decent instruction. Not really a dummy book in the sense it expects you to know something about reading music but definitely first in terms explaining everything. Highly recommended for teachers and self instruction.
