The History of Modern Music: A Course of Lectures Delivered At the Royal Institution of Great Britain - Gyan Books

The History of Modern Music: A Course of Lectures Delivered At the Royal Institution of Great Britain - Gyan Books

About The Book: The History of Modern Music: A Course of Lectures Delivered at the Royal Institution of Great Britain (1862) by John Pyke Hullah presents a comprehensive yet accessible survey of Western music from plainsong through mid‑19th century developments. Originally delivered as six lectures at the Royal Institution in 1861, the work divides music history into four distinct periods, tracing stylistic evolution with illustrative examples. Hullah, already influential in British music education, sought to educate both scholars and the public, embedding music into national culture and curriculum. The lectures blend historical narrative with pedagogy, reinforcing Hullah’s mission to democratize musical understanding and appreciation.

Author: John Hullah

Pages: 262

Edition: 1875

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