The Power of Music
In which is shown, by a variety of pleasing and instructive anecdotes, the effects it has on man and animalsBy Anonymous
Length2h 23m
About this audiobook
In "The Power of Music," the Anonymous author masterfully explores the profound impact music has on human experience and emotion. Through a blend of lyrical prose and analytical insights, the book delves into various musical genres, traditions, and cultural contexts, illustrating how music transcends boundaries and serves as a universal language. The narrative weaves together personal anecdotes, historical accounts, and scholarly references, making it both an enlightening and relatable read for music enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. The author situates music within a broader societal framework, examining its role in rituals, healing, and human connection, making a compelling argument for the transformative power of sound. The anonymity of the author adds a layer of intrigue, suggesting a deliberate choice to focus solely on the subject matter rather than personal acclaim. This decision may have been influenced by the author's own journey through the realms of music, possibly as a musician, educator, or therapist who has witnessed firsthand the healing and community-building effects of musical expression. The absence of a personal narrative invites a wider range of readers to engage with the text without preconceptions. I highly recommend "The Power of Music" to anyone interested in understanding the deep-seated connections between music and humanity. Whether you are a scholar, a musician, or simply someone who finds solace in melodies, this book will enrich your appreciation of music'Äôs role in everyday life and inspire you to reflect on its significance in your own experiences.
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GenreOther
Length2 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 17, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE POWER OF MUSIC.
33MADAME LE MAUPIN.
2CONVULSIONS RELIEVED BY MUSIC
34ARCHANGELO CORELLI.
3RECOVERY OF THE VOICE BY MUSIC.
35HENRY PURCELL, ESQ.
4THE EFFECT OF MUSIC ON A HARE.
36THE QUEEN OF SWEDEN.
5THE POWER OF MUSIC ON THE ELEPHANT.
37THE ORIGIN OF CHANTING IN CATHEDRALS.
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6THE EFFECT OF MUSIC ON A PERSON WHILE ASLEEP.
38ORIGIN OF THE CELEBRATED OX MINUET, BY SIGNOR HAYDN.
7CONTRARY EFFECTS OF ITALIAN AND FRENCH MUSIC ON A GREEK LADY.
39MUSICAL BATTLE.
8ANECDOTE OF ZAMPERINI.
40THE MEDICINAL EFFECTS OF MUSIC.
9EFFECTS OF MUSIC ON MICE AND SPIDERS.
41ODE TO MUSIC, BY THE LATE DR. WHARTON.
10ANECDOTE OF STRADELLA.
42THE MUSICAL PRODIGY.
11A MODERN TIMOTHEUS.
43MASTER WILLIAM CROTCH, THE MUSICAL PHENOMENON.
12TIMOTHEUS THE MELISIAN.
44ACCOUNT OF MADEMOISELLE THERESA PARADIS, OF VIENNA, THE CELEBRATED BLIND PERFORMER ON THE PIANO-FORTE.
13THIRTY THOUSAND PERSONS SAVED BY THE WONDERFUL EFFECTS OF MUSIC.
45THE LEGEND OF ST. CECILIA.
14PHILIP V. KING OF SPAIN.
46CLINIAS, THE PYTHAGOREAN.
15THE MUSICAL PIGEON.
47THE SPARTAN POET TYRTŒUS.
16THE MUSICAL DOG.
48THE RAGE OF THE EMPEROR THEODOSIUS SUBDUED BY MUSIC.
17THE EXTRAORDINARY EFFECTS OF MUSIC ON A BULL.
49THE BISHOP OF ORLEANS RESTORED FROM PRISON BY MUSIC.
18THE DYING MAN AND THE PIANO.
50A WOMAN PREVENTED FROM STARVING HERSELF TO DEATH, BY MUSIC.
19THE POWER OF MUSIC ON ANIMALS, IN THE WEST OF ENGLAND.
51REMARKABLE EFFECTS OF A SWISS AIR.
20TWO INSTANCES OF THE SURPRISING EFFECTS OF MUSIC, AS RELATED IN THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, AT PARIS.
52THE DENMARK MUSICIAN.
21INTERESTING PARTICULARS OF MONSIEUR MOZART.
53WONDERFUL POWER OF MUSIC ON MADAME DE LA MARCH.
22G. F. HANDEL, ESQ.
54A RHODIAN MUSICIAN’S REPLY TO APOLLONIUS.
23TARTINI, AN ITALIAN MUSICIAN.
55EXTRAORDINARY EFFECTS OF MUSIC ON SNAKES AND SERPENTS.
24MR. HANDEL.
56THE DANCING SNAKES.
25FARINELLI AND HIS TAYLOR.
57CURIOUS CONTEST ABOUT THE ERECTION OF THE CELEBRATED ORGAN IN THE TEMPLE CHURCH, LONDON.
26MR. ABELL.
58QUEEN MARY AND MR. PURCELL.
27HANDEL.
59THE HIGHLAND CHARGING TUNE.
28DR. ARNE.
60EFFECTS OF FOREIGN MUSIC ON DIFFERENT ANIMALS.
29JEREMIAH CLARKE.
61EFFECT OF MUSIC ON LIZARDS.
30HANDEL.
62MUSICAL ANECDOTE FROM MARVILLE.
31MR. BROWN.
63ACCOUNT OF THE RECITATION OF THE BOATMEN OF VENICE.
32LULLI.
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