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An Introduction to Music Studies
J P(Ed Harper-Scott
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Description for An Introduction to Music Studies
paperback. Why study music? An introduction to the main aspects of the subject, outlining the many benefits of a music degree. Editor(s): Samson, Jim; Harper-Scott, J. P. E. (University of Liverpool). Num Pages: 310 pages, 9 b/w illus. BIC Classification: AV. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 16. Weight in Grams: 566. 310 pages, 9 b/w illus. Editor(s): Samson, Jim; Harper-Scott, J.P.E. (University of Liverpool). Why study music? An introduction to the main aspects of the subject, outlining the many benefits of a music degree. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: AV. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 16. Weight: 618.
Why study music? How much practical use is it in the modern world? This introduction proves how studying music is of great value both in its own terms and also in the post-university careers marketplace. The book explains the basic concepts and issues involved in the academic study of music, draws attention to vital connections across the field and encourages critical thinking over a broad range of music-related issues. • Covers all main aspects of music studies, including topics such as composition, opera, popular music, and music theory • Provides a thorough overview of a hugely diverse subject, from the ... Read more
Why study music? How much practical use is it in the modern world? This introduction proves how studying music is of great value both in its own terms and also in the post-university careers marketplace. The book explains the basic concepts and issues involved in the academic study of music, draws attention to vital connections across the field and encourages critical thinking over a broad range of music-related issues. • Covers all main aspects of music studies, including topics such as composition, opera, popular music, and music theory • Provides a thorough overview of a hugely diverse subject, from the ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
310
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
Number of Pages
314
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521603805
SKU
V9780521603805
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About J P(Ed Harper-Scott
J. P. E. Harper-Scott is Lecturer in Music at Royal Holloway, University of London. Jim Samson is Professor of Music at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Reviews for An Introduction to Music Studies
'We can confidently say that when music students are unsure about their pathways between Western or non-Western music or high art or popular culture, acoustic composition or music technology, this book could guide them into making the right decision. … Given that various options of studying music have been suggested in this volume, we simply cannot think of any better ... Read more