Prepared by Timothy Roden of Ohio Wesleyan University, the anthologies (in two or three volume sets) include an introduction to, a score for, and (where applicable) lyrics and translation for each piece discussed in the text and included in the CD set. Volume I includes chapter 1-40.

Anthology for Music in Western Civilization, Vol. 1: Antiquity Through the Baroque

Arts & Photography

Roden, Timothy J.

Simms, Bryan R.

Wright, Craig

Music

Thomson/Schirmer

A great way to gain an in-depth understanding of Western music history, ANTHOLOGY FOR MUSIC IN WESTERN CIVILIZATION, Media Update, Volumes I and II, include an introduction to and a score for 224 pieces of music representing all the major European styles, genres, and composers. The anthologies are an excellent companion to Wright and Simms's MUSIC IN WESTERN CIVILIZATION.

Anthology for Music in Western Civilization, Volume II

Cengage Learning'

Presenting music in its cultural context in a way that is clear and easy to understand, MUSIC IN WESTERN CIVILIZATION, MEDIA UPDATE offers detailed discussions of 224 works of music, covering all the major musical styles, genres, and composers in 83 brief yet intriguing chapters. The book places music in the context of the politics, personalities, arts, and humanities of each period of Western history. The importance of the cultural setting of many composers and genres is evidenced by such chapters as "Richard Strauss in Berlin," "Johann Sebastian Bach: Vocal Music in Leipzig," and "Music in Medieval Paris: Polyphony at Notre Dame."

Bundle: Anthology for Music in Western Civilization, Volume II + Audio CD-ROM, Volume 2 Media Update

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