Music In Its Relation To The Intellect And The Emotions (1892)

""Music In Its Relation To The Intellect And The Emotions"" is a book written by John Stainer and published in 1892. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between music and the human mind, specifically the intellect and emotions. Stainer, a renowned English composer and musicologist, delves into the psychological and philosophical aspects of music and how it affects the human psyche. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the intellectual aspects of music. Stainer discusses the technicalities of music, such as harmony, melody, rhythm, and form, and how they contribute to the overall intellectual experience of music. He also explores the historical and cultural context of music, including the development of musical notation and the evolution of musical styles over time. In the second part of the book, Stainer examines the emotional aspects of music. He discusses how music can evoke different emotions in listeners and how it can be used to express and communicate emotions. Stainer also explores the physiological effects of music on the body, such as its ability to calm the nervous system and reduce stress. Overall, ""Music In Its Relation To The Intellect And The Emotions"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the complex relationship between music and the human mind. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the psychology and philosophy of music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.