How Long to Read The Singing Bourgeois

How Long Does it Take to Read The Singing Bourgeois?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Singing Bourgeois by Derek B. Scott

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

Description

First published in 1989, The Singing Bourgeois challenges the myth that the 'Victorian parlour song' was a clear-cut genre. Derek Scott reveals the huge diversity of musical forms and styles that influenced the songs performed in middle class homes during the nineteenth century, from the assimilation of Celtic and Afro-American culture by songwriters, to the emergence of forms of sacred song performed in the home. The popularity of these domestic songs opened up opportunities to women composers, and a chapter of the book is dedicated to the discussion of women songwriters and their work. The...

How long is The Singing Bourgeois?

The Singing Bourgeois by Derek B. Scott is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Singing Bourgeois Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Singing Bourgeois aloud.

What Reading Level is The Singing Bourgeois?

The Singing Bourgeois 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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