A Cyclopædic Dictionary of Music (Classic Reprint): Comprising 18, 000 Musical Terms and Phrases, Over 6, 000 Biographical Notices of Musicians, and ... Articles on Musical Topics (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A comprehensive musical dictionary for students and professionals alike. This reference blends thousands of terms, names, and musical topics into one authoritative volume. It covers a wide range of languages, styles, and periods, with careful cross‑referencing and updated material.

Inside you’ll find hundreds of specially written articles, biographical notices of contemporary musicians, and clear explanations of terms from English, Italian, French, German, and other languages. The book emphasizes practical use for study and research, including pronunciation guides and a detailed appendix in the second edition.

• More than 4,000 new references and 1,500 fresh entries in the second edition


• Biographical notices of notable musicians and clear, accessible definitions


• Pronunciation help, word origins, and notes on terminology across languages


• A structured, user-friendly layout designed for quick lookup and study

Ideal for students, teachers, historians, and anyone needing reliable music terminology and context.

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