A history of musical style
Richard L. CROCKER

Clear, systematic presentation of the evolution of musical style from 8th-century Gregorian chants to mid-20th-century atonal music. The author traces the creation of German symphonic style — epitomized in the works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms — and the parallel development of operatic style. A standard resource for music students, scholars, and lay readers. Over 140 musical examples. Bibliography.