The Oxford History of Western Music: The late twentieth century, Volume 5The Oxford History of Western Music online offers an unmatched account of the evolution of Western classical music by one of the most prominent and provocative musicologists of our time, Richard Taruskin. Since its original publication in print Taruskin's landmark study has received universal acclaim and numerous awards. The online version includes all 1.25 million words, 500 images, and 1,800 musical examples from the updated paperback edition with sophisticated search and browse functionality designed to maximize the dynamic possibilities of online reading and research. |
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Music in the Late Twentieth Century: The Oxford History of Western Music Richard Taruskin Limited preview - 2006 |
Music in the Late Twentieth Century: The Oxford History of Western Music Richard Taruskin Limited preview - 2006 |
The Oxford History of Western Music: Music in the Late Twentieth Century Richard Taruskin No preview available - 2009 |
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