Originally published in 1906, this book is essentially a how to guide on music appreciation. Includes sections on the pianoforte, orchestral, and vocal music. Good for anyone who wishes for a greater appreciation of the wonders of music.

Latest episodes of the podcast How to Appreciate Music by Gustav Kobbé

• 00 - Introduction
• 01 - The Pianoforte
• 02 - Bach's Service to Music
• 03 - From Fugue to Sonata
• 04 - Dawn of the Romantic Period
• 05 - Chopin, the Poet of the Pianoforte
• 06 - Schumann, the "Intimate"
• 07 - Liszt, the Giant among Virtuosos
• 08 - With Paderewski - A Modern Pianist on Tour
• 09 - Development of the Orchestra
• 10 - Instruments of the Orchestra
• 11 - Concerning Symphonies
• 12 - Richard Strauss and His Music
• 13 - A Note on Chamber Music
• 14 - Songs and Song Composers
• 15 - Oratorio
• 16 - Opera and Music-Drama