The Oxford History of Western Music

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The Oxford History of Western Music is written by Richard Taruskin and published by Oxford University Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0190600225 (ISBN 10) and 9780190600228 (ISBN 13).

Takes students beyond the "who, what, and when," exploring the "how and why" behind the story of Western MusicNow in its second edition, this text immerses students in the engaging story of the Western musical tradition. By emphasizing the connections among works, both within cultural eras and across time and place, the text goes beyond a basic retelling of the music's history to build students' ability to listen critically to key works. The Oxford History of Western Music, College Edition is a complete program for building students' understanding and appreciation of the classical canon.