Book Description:
Discover “Music: An Appreciation, Brief Edition” by Roger Kamien, a comprehensive guide to musical literacy now in its 9th edition, with over 50 new musical examples ranging across genres and eras. Updated and enriched pedagogy enhances student learning through new interactive exercises and listening guides.
Music: An Appreciation, Brief Edition
Music: An Appreciation, Brief Edition, Ninth Edition continues to offer a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of music in a highly engaging and affordable format. This edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, with the inclusion of more than 50 new musical examples, and features a wealth of new and revised pedagogy to support student learning. The text provides a step-by-step approach to developing musical literacy, with detailed explanations of musical elements and concepts. The authors also incorporate a rich variety of musical examples into the text, drawn from a wide range of genres and historical periods, to help students connect with the material and enhance their understanding.
New to this edition:
- More than 50 new musical examples have been added, representing a wider range of genres and historical periods.
- New Listening Guide feature provides step-by-step guidance for students as they listen to musical examples.
- Revised Key Ideas feature summarizes the main points of each chapter in a clear and concise manner.
- New Musical Connections feature draws connections between musical concepts and other areas of knowledge, such as history, art, and literature.
- New Interactive Exercises feature encourages students to actively engage with the material and apply what they have learned.