Elson, Louis C.

Curiosities of Music. A collection of facts not generally known, regarding the music of ancient and savage nations.

Boston: Oliver Ditson, 1880. First edition. Hardcover. Presentation copy from Frank E. Streeter, dated 1900; inscription at front free end paper. Pages 233-250 about Australia and New Zealand. Hindu, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, extensive Chinese music, instruments, theater and dance, African, ancient bards, troubadours, minne-singers, curiosities of opera. 363pp. Orig. brown cloth, gilt title, fine copy. Very good. Item #4621

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