{"product_id":"programme-music-in-the-last-four-centuries-a-contribution-to-the-history-of-musical-expression-gyan-books","title":"Programme Music in the Last Four Centuries: A Contribution to the History of Musical Expression","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProgramme Music in the Last Four Centuries\u003c\/em\u003e by Frederick Niecks is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 574 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProgramme Music in the Last Four Centuries explores the development of music that tells a story or paints a scene without words, tracing its evolution from the Renaissance through the early 20th century. Niecks examines how composers used instrumental music to express narratives, emotions, and imagery, highlighting key works and stylistic changes over time. The book offers historical context and analytical insight into the relationship between music and extra-musical ideas, contributing significantly to understanding the expressive potential of programme music and its impact on the broader history of musical expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frederick Niecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 574\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Programme Music in the Last Four Centuries available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eProgramme Music in the Last Four Centuries\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote Programme Music in the Last Four Centuries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProgramme Music in the Last Four Centuries is written by Frederick Niecks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964834840687,"sku":"9789372250831","price":35.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964834873455,"sku":"9789372256161","price":60.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789372250831.jpg?v=1792640757","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/programme-music-in-the-last-four-centuries-a-contribution-to-the-history-of-musical-expression-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}