How Long to Read Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction

How Long Does it Take to Read Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 44 minutes to read Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction by Arved Ashby

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Recordings are now the primary way we hear classical music, especially the more abstract styles of “absolute” instrumental music. In this original, provocative book, Arved Ashby argues that recording technology has transformed our understanding of art music. Contesting the laments of nostalgic critics, Ashby sees recordings as socially progressive and instruments of a musical vernacular, but also finds that recording and absolute music actually involve similar notions of removing sound from context. He takes stock of technology's impact on classical music, addressing the questions at the heart of the issue. This erudite yet concise study reveals how mechanical reproduction has transformed classical musical culture and the very act of listening, breaking down aesthetic and generational barriers and mixing classical music into the soundtrack of everyday life.

How long is Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction?

Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction by Arved Ashby is 336 pages long, and a total of 86,016 words.

This makes it 113% the length of the average book. It also has 105% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 50 minutes to read Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction aloud.

What Reading Level is Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction?

Absolute Music, Mechanical Reproduction is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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