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Concise History of Western Music

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Concise History of Western Music by Barbara Russano Hanning offers a streamlined overview of Western music development. This revised edition aligns with the Eighth Edition of the Norton Anthology of Western Music, enhancing student learning through new multimedia resources. Readers can explore Audio Timelines, tutorials for music history skills, and adaptive activities designed to reinforce key concepts, making it an essential guide for students and enthusiasts seeking a clear understanding of Western music's evolution.
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Ideal for students of music history and educators looking for a compact, accessible resource that integrates well with the Norton Anthology. Also suitable for general readers interested in a foundational survey of Western music traditions.

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Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This update to Barbara Hanning’s concise survey aligns it with the Eighth Edition of the Norton Anthology of Western Music and supports your students with a more robust media package.

New resources include Audio Timelines, tutorials to help build music history skills, and adaptive activities to reinforce concepts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393421668

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Multiple-component retail product

Date Published: 01 July 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Edition: Fifth International Student Edition, Anthology Update

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 1250g

About the Author

Barbara Russano Hanning (Professor of Music, The City College and Graduate Center, CUNY) taught music history to undergraduate and graduate students for forty years and is the author of a book on early opera. She has served as president of the Society for Seventeenth-Century Music and chaired the Music Department at City College for fifteen years.

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