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These are reprint editions reprinted with the help of original book just to give the original look and feel we do not change its format and text due to which in some cases the text is not like new. About The Book: A Pronouncing Pocket-Manual of Musical Terms, compiled by Theodore Baker, is a compact reference guide designed for musicians, students, and enthusiasts. It provides clear definitions and correct pronunciations of a wide range of musical terms, making it especially useful for English speakers encountering foreign-language terminology. The manual also includes a concise overview of the elements of musical notation, aiding readers in understanding written music. Additionally, it features brief biographical sketches of notable musicians, offering context and background on key figures in music history. This practical and accessible guide remains a valuable tool for both learning and quick reference. About The Editor: Theodore Baker (1851–1934) was an American musicologist known for his pioneering research on Native American music, especially the Seneca tribe, which formed the basis of his 1882 dissertation. He studied in Leipzig and earned a doctorate in 1881. Upon returning to the U.S., he became literary editor at G. Schirmer (1892–1926), translating major music texts and contributing to Musical Quarterly. He authored Baker's Dictionary of Musical Terms and the influential Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians. After retirement, he moved to Leipzig for his wife's health. She died in 1934; Baker died shortly after in Dresden at age 83. The Title 'A Pronouncing Pocket-Manual of Musical Terms Together With The Elements of Notation and Condensed Biographies of Noteworthy Musicians written/authored/edited by Editor: Th. Baker', published in the year 1905. The ISBN 9789372255447 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 200 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subj