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Understanding Music: Philosophy and Interpretation

by Roger Scruton
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Synopsis

Following his celebrated book The Aesthetics of Music, Scruton explores the fundamental elements that constitute a great piece of music.

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Book Details

Published
August 1, 2009
Publisher
Continuum International Publishing Group
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781847065063

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