First published in 1879 and still the definitive reference work in the field, A Dictionary of Music and Musicians is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history, theory, and practice of music. Edited by the renowned musicologist Sir George Grove and written by a team of experts, this multi-volume set contains detailed entries on every aspect of music, from composers and performers to instruments and techniques. Richly illustrated and impeccably researched, A Dictionary of Music and Musicians is a true masterpiece of musical scholarship. 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. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.