Produced in association with the Smithsonian and including images from The National Music Museum in South Dakota, this volume guides readers through the progression of music since its prehistoric beginnings, discussing not just Western classical music, but music from all around the world. Profiles the lives of groundbreaking musicians, takes an in-depth look at the history and function of various instruments, and includes listening suggestions for each music style.
- ISBN10 1465414363
- ISBN13 9781465414366
- Publish Date 30 September 2013
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 16 April 2021
- Imprint DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 480
- Language English