MUSIC and CAPITALISM

Discover the profound connection between music and society in MUSIC and CAPITALISM by Sabby Sagall. Published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2022, this insightful paperback spans 359 pages, delving into the essential role of music in human nature. Sagall expertly argues that our need for music, along with our capacity to create and appreciate it, is inherent to who we are. Through a detailed analysis of stylistic changes in music from the emergence of 'tonality' in the late seventeenth century up to the Second World War, this book offers a compelling exploration of how music intersects with capitalism and culture. Perfect for music enthusiasts and scholars alike, MUSIC and CAPITALISM invites readers to reflect on the significance of music in shaping human experience.