For classes in Music Writing and Research, as well as a supplement to Music Appreciation and History courses. How do you put into the words the experience of hearing Beethoven's Ninth or the Hallelujah Chorus? Describe a John Coltrane solo or the Jimi Hendrix's blazing guitar work? For many students, the task of writing about musical experiences is a daunting one. Writing About Music, 4/e offers practical advice and guidance to help students master the special skills needed to write about this most-elusive of arts. The text serves as a guide for each phase in the process of researching and writing a paper on a musical topic, and preparing for other projects such as seminar presentations, concert reports, program notes and essay examinations. Innovative, comprehensive, and internet-savvy, this step-by-step text will remain on music students' shelves as a handy reference and resource for years to come.

Book Information
ISBN 9780136157786
Author Richard J. Wingell
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Pearson
Publisher Pearson Education (US)
Weight(grams) 260g