Hughes (freelance historian) examines the impact of journalism on the reception of new English music in the period between 1850 and 1914, and discusses its cultural, social and political
importance. Drawing on music criticism from several key newspapers and journals, he looks at their important role in building and safeguarding what was eventually called the English musical
renaissance. Topics include the critics in the context of the publications for which they worked, and the relationship between the watchmen-critics and three composers (Arthur Sullivan, Hubert
Parry and Edward Elgar). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
