Donald Francis Tovey Boeken

Born in 1875, Donald Francis Tovey was a prominent British musicologist and composer who excelled academically, earning classical honors at Oxford in 1898. Renowned for his exceptional piano skills, he chose not to pursue a career as a virtuoso, instead focusing on his contributions to musicology and composition. Tovey's work significantly impacted the understanding of music theory and appreciation, making him a notable figure in the world of classical music.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, highlighting its cultural significance. It may exhibit imperfections typical of older texts, including marks, notations, and flawed pages. The reprint aims to preserve and promote the literature, ensuring access to high-quality editions that remain faithful to the original.