The Enjoyment of Music - 5th Edition Author:Joseph Machlis Easy to read, easy to teach, The Enjoyment of Music has been the most trusted introduction to music for over five decades. — With an accessible, student-friendly treatment of the subject, it emphasizes context to show how music fits in the everyday lives of people throughout history, and connects culture, performance, and technology to the lives ... more »of students today. The new edition features a streamlined and memorable narrative, more cultural and historical context, and in-text features that encourage and develop critical thinking skills.« less