: Beyond Western classical music, it covers international traditions like Islamic music, ancient Chinese music, and Spain's flamenco. Book Details
is a comprehensive, illustrated encyclopedia published by DK that explores the global evolution of music from prehistory to the modern era. Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution , the book covers a vast range of genres, instruments, and iconic artists through rich photography and detailed timelines. Key Features and Content Music : the definitive visual history
: Specialized spreads showcase families of instruments from across the globe, detailing the evolution of key items like the piano, guitar, and violin. : Beyond Western classical music, it covers international
: Older editions or paperbacks can be found at Rizzoli Bookstore for $24.95 or The Sound Post for $22.01 . Music: The Definitive Visual History (Dk Smithsonian) Key Features and Content : Specialized spreads showcase
: The book features biographies of groundbreaking musicians across all eras, including Mozart, Billie Holiday, David Bowie, and Bob Dylan.