Musical Groundwork

Musical Groundwork: Being A First Manual Of Musical Form And History For Students And Readers (1890) by Frederick James Crowest is a comprehensive guide to the basics of music theory and history. The book is aimed at students and readers who are new to the field of music and provides a thorough introduction to the subject.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the basics of musical form, including the different types of musical composition, such as sonatas, symphonies, and operas. The second part of the book covers the history of music, from ancient times to the present day.Throughout the book, Crowest provides clear explanations of musical concepts and terminology, making it easy for readers to understand even the most complex ideas. He also includes numerous examples of musical compositions, which help to illustrate the concepts he is discussing.Musical Groundwork is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning about music theory and history. Whether you are a student of music or simply a music lover, this book will provide you with a solid foundation in the subject.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.