A Century of Recorded Music; Listening to Musical History
, by Timothy DayNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780300094015 | 0300094019
- Cover: Trade Paper
- Copyright: 5/11/2002
This engaging book is the first thorough exploration of the impact of recording technology on the art of music. Timothy Day chronicles the developments in recording technology since its inception and describes the powerful effects it has had on artistic performance, audience participation, and listening habits. He offers a fascinating comparison of the characteristics of musical life a century ago with those of today.