A Little History of Music

A Little History of Music by Philip Robert, published by Yale University Press in 2023.

A lively, engaging guide to music around the world, from prehistory to the present Human beings have always made music. Music can move us and tell stories of faith, struggle, or love. It is common to all cultures across the world. But how has it changed over the millennia? Robert Philip explores the extraordinary history of music in all its forms, from our earliest ancestors to today's mass-produced songs. This is a truly global story. Looking to Europe, South America, Asia, Africa, and beyond, Philip reveals how musicians have been brought together by trade and migration and examines the vast impact of colonialism.

A lovely addition to your coffee table or bookshelf, and a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves film, cars and photography.

• Author: Philip Robert
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Year: 2023
• Pages: 312
• ISBN: 9780300257748