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A Catechism of Music

by J. Jousse and Louis C. Elson
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789372257793
  • Binding: Paperback
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  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 124
  • Original Price: INR 240.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 271 grams
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A Catechism of Music by Jean Jousse and Louis Charles Elson is a concise instructional guide designed to teach the fundamentals of music in a clear, accessible format. Presented in a question-and-answer style, it covers essential topics such as notation, rhythm, scales, intervals, key signatures, and basic harmony. Jousse's original 19th-century pedagogical approach is enhanced by Elson’s modern commentary and updates, making the work suitable for both beginners and music educators. The book blends historical perspective with practical teaching, serving as a foundational text in music education during a time of growing public interest in musical literacy and training.

Jean Jousse (1760–1837) was a French music educator and theorist known for simplifying music instruction through his Catechism of Music. Published in various editions throughout the 19th century, it presents musical fundamentals—notation, scales, rhythm, intervals, key signatures, and basic harmony—in a question-and-answer format. Some editions included contributions from theorists like Albrechtsberger and Burrowes, along with piano guides and glossaries. Widely used in English-speaking countries, Jousse’s works played a significant role in 19th-century music education and foundational music training and Louis Charles Elson (1848–1920) was a prominent American music educator, historian, and critic. He wrote extensively on music theory, history, and education, striving to make music accessible to all. His key works include A Catechism of Music, Curiosities of Music, and The History of American Music, as well as music dictionaries and encyclopedias. Elson also edited folk song collections and contributed to musical journalism. His clear, insightful writing helped shape American musical knowledge in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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