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How to Appreciate Music

LibriVox recording of Gustav Kobbé's 1906 book
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LibriVox recording of How to Appreciate Music, by Gustav Kobbé

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)

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  1. Introduction (unknown file size)
  2. The Pianoforte (unknown file size)
  3. Bach's Service to Music (unknown file size)
  4. From Fugue to Sonata (unknown file size)
  5. Dawn of the Romantic Period (unknown file size)
  6. Chopin, the Poet of the Pianoforte (unknown file size)
  7. Schumann, the (unknown file size)
  8. Liszt, the Giant among Virtuosos (unknown file size)
  9. With Paderewski - A Modern Pianist on Tour (unknown file size)
  10. Development of the Orchestra (unknown file size)
  11. Instruments of the Orchestra (unknown file size)
  12. Concerning Symphonies (unknown file size)
  13. Richard Strauss and His Music (unknown file size)
  14. A Note on Chamber Music (unknown file size)
  15. Songs and Song Composers (unknown file size)
  16. Oratorio (unknown file size)
  17. Opera and Music-Drama (unknown file size)

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