Alfred's Great Music & Musicians, Bk 1: An Overview of Music History, Book & Online Audio [With CD (Audio)] (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780739087602)

Great Music & Musicians provides a foundation for understanding the major cultural periods---from the Greco-Roman Era to the present. It guides students through musical styles and the development of music through the ages. The book and online audio includes art and listening examples that offer an opportunity for discussions. Although not correlated page-by-page, book 1 is appropriate for piano students in Premier Piano Course, levels 1A and 1B. It also may be used by students in other piano methods or as a focal point for group lessons. Each unit includes an overview and historical background, a closer look at important musical developments, art to provide further insight into life during the time, a short summary, listening suggestions, and a written review.

Author: Nancy Bachus, Tom Gerou
ISBN-10: 0739087606
ISBN-13: 9780739087602
Publisher: Alfred Music
Language: English
Published: 07/01/2013
Pages: 56
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 11.60h x 8.70w x 0.20d