The Story Of Notation (1903)

The Story Of Notation is a historical account of the development of musical notation from ancient times to the early 20th century. Written by Charles Francis Abdy Williams and first published in 1903, this book traces the evolution of musical notation from the earliest forms of written music in ancient Greece and Rome to the complex systems of notation used by composers like Bach and Beethoven. The book covers the various forms of notation used throughout history, including neumes, tablature, mensural notation, and modern notation. It also explores the impact of technology on the development of notation, such as the invention of printing and the use of computers in music composition. Throughout the book, Williams provides detailed explanations of the various forms of notation, including their strengths and weaknesses, and how they were used by composers of different eras. He also discusses the various controversies and debates surrounding notation, such as the debate over the use of equal temperament in tuning and the controversy over the use of notation in improvisation. Overall, The Story Of Notation is a comprehensive and informative account of the history of musical notation, providing readers with a deep understanding of the evolution of this essential aspect of music composition and performance.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.