Symphonies and Their Meaning; Third Series, Modern Symphonies

"Symphonies and Their Meaning; Third Series: Modern Symphonies" by Philip H. Goepp is a look into how symphonies changed and grew, mainly talking about music created in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Written in the early 1900s, the book considers what was new in music back then, exploring how symphonies built upon older, classic styles. Goepp writes about what made modern symphonies special, like their themes, how they showed national pride, and how famous composers left their mark, giving us a peek into the changing world of orchestra music. Readers are told that the book will discuss the modern symphony and its importance to culture, pointing out that having different viewpoints is vital for understanding art as it shows what people think and helps guide what comes next. It also talks about how national identity affected symphonies and suggests that the symphony stays important because it can change and show the spirit of the times. The book talks about many things like the traits of 19th-century symphonies, composers like Berlioz and Liszt, and what their works meant for the modern world.