How To Understand Music and Enjoy It
Revised edition with over 500 recommended recordings of the world's finest music

By Oscar Thompson

Fawcett Premier, 1962, 239 pages

Condition as shown in photos. Paperback. Worn and aged. No markings found. 

A comprehensive guide to understanding the basics of music theory. The book is designed for beginners who want to learn about the fundamentals of music, including notes, chords, scales, rhythm, and melody. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of music, the different types of musical instruments, and how to read sheet music.

Includes:

• Barriers To Hearing Music As It Is
• A Verdi Aria Opera - La Traviata
• A Wagner Music-Drama - Die Walküre
  
• Program Music
• Some Notes on the Common Musical Forms