The Cambridge History of Western Music Theory

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Thomas Christensen
Cambridge University Press, Apr 25, 2002 - Music - 1022 pages
The Cambridge History of Western Music Theory is the first comprehensive history of Western music theory to be published in the English language. A collaborative project by leading music theorists and historians, the volume traces the rich panorama of music-theoretical thought from the Ancient Greeks to the present day. Richly enhanced with illustrations, graphics, examples and cross-citations, as well as being thoroughly indexed and supplemented by comprehensive bibliographies, this book will be an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike.

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Thomas Christensen is Professor of Music and the Humanities at the University of Chicago.

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