Elson's Pocket Music Dictionary: The Important Terms Used In Music (1909)

Elson's Pocket Music Dictionary: The Important Terms Used In Music (1909) is a comprehensive guide to the essential terms and concepts used in the field of music. Written by Louis Charles Elson, a prominent music historian and critic of the early 20th century, this book is designed to be a handy reference tool for musicians, music students, and anyone interested in understanding the language of music.The book covers a wide range of topics, including musical notation, rhythm, harmony, melody, form, and performance techniques. It provides clear and concise definitions for each term, along with examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts.In addition to the definitions, Elson's Pocket Music Dictionary also includes a section on musical instruments, with descriptions and illustrations of various types of instruments from around the world. There is also a section on musical genres, including classical, jazz, and popular music.Overall, Elson's Pocket Music Dictionary is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of music terminology and concepts. Its compact size makes it easy to carry with you, and its clear and concise explanations make it accessible to readers of all levels of musical knowledge.With Pronunciation And Concise Definition, Together With The Elements Of Notation And A Biographical List Of Over Five Hundred Noted Names In Music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.