How to Appreciate Music
Gustav Kobbé
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Length 7 h 20 min
Chapters 16
First published 1912
Originally published in 1906, this book is essentially a how to guide on music appreciation. Includes sections on the pianoforte, orchestral, and vocal music. Good for anyone who wishes for a greater appreciation of the wonders of music. (Summary by prwells32)
Chapters
1
Introduction Read by Patrick Wells 5:07
2
Bach's Service to Music Read by Kara Shallenberg (1969-2023) 53:19
3
From Fugue to Sonata Read by John Kooz 39:10
4
Dawn of the Romantic Period Read by Martin Geeson 35:17
5
Chopin, the Poet of the Pianoforte Read by debolee 29:32
6
Schumann, the “Intimate” Read by Anne Cheng 12:17
7
Liszt, the Giant among Virtuosos Read by Martin Geeson 30:12
8
With Paderewski—A Modern Pianist on Tour Read by Dick Summerfield 17:39
9
Development of the Orchestra Read by Availle 22:15
10
Instruments of the Orchestra Read by Matthew Reece 24:49
11
Concerning Symphonies Read by Nadine Eckert-Boulet 17:24
12
Richard Strauss and His Music Read by John Kooz 30:16
13
A Note on Chamber Music Read by Dick Summerfield 6:56
14
Songs and Song Composers Read by Matthew Reece 27:42
15
Oratorio Read by A. J. Carroll 17:07
16
Opera and Music-Drama Read by Availle 27:30
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