Music: An Appreciation, Brief Edition (9th Edition)
Book Details:
- Author: Roger Kamien
- Edition: 9th Edition
- Publisher: McGraw Hill
- ISBN-10: 1259870545
- ISBN-13: 978-1259870545
- Publication Date: February 13, 2017
Description:
Music: An Appreciation remains the time-tested solution for welcoming non-majors to the art of listening to great music. In this ninth brief edition, Roger Kamien places a renewed focus on learning the elements of music, fostering each student’s unique path to listening and understanding. This is achieved through step-by-step guidance as they learn the fundamental building blocks of musical composition, complemented by an increased number of musical selections to appreciate and an enhanced McGraw-Hill Connect experience.
As a recognized authority in the Music Appreciation course, Kamien equips students with the essential language, analytical tools, and listening skills required to sustain a life-long enthusiasm for music. The text guides readers through the intricacies of various genres and historical periods, ensuring they develop a deep and lasting connection to the world of sound.