Modern Musical Drift (1904) - William James Henderson - Bog

Modern Musical Drift is a book written by William James Henderson and published in 1904. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution of music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Henderson, who was a music critic and journalist, examines the various trends and movements that emerged during this time, including impressionism, symbolism, and modernism. He also discusses the impact of technology on music, particularly the rise of recording and the phonograph. The book includes detailed analyses of the works of prominent composers such as Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, and Arnold Schoenberg. Henderson's writing is clear and insightful, making the book an important resource for anyone interested in the history of music during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.