{
  "id": 9259011,
  "title": "Five books that trace the history of classical music",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/five-books-that-trace-the-history-of-classical-music",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T03:41:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Al Majalla English",
    "slug": "al-majalla-english",
    "url": "https://en.majalla.com/node/333172/culture-social-affairs/five-books-trace-history-classical-music"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Five books delve into the rich history of classical music. These works explore the profound connections between music, politics, and societal change throughout the centuries. From Sumerian hymns to Yoko Ono's contributions, the authors highlight the powerful role music plays in shaping our collective human experience. Through their insightful analyses, these books illuminate how music has transcended cultural boundaries, transcended time, and become a unifying force in the pursuit of a more empathetic and just world.",
  "summary": "Five books that trace the history of classical music newspress_en Wed, 09/23/2026 - 04:41 Culture & Social Affairs Music is as deeply embedded in political and social life as it is in the realm of aesthetics. Each, in its own way, suggests that attentive listening is an ethical act, and that art, when conceived to enlarge our capacity for empathy rather than constrict it, can become a profoundly…",
  "key_points": [
    "Five books explore classical music history",
    "Works connect music, politics, societal change",
    "Authors highlight music's unifying role"
  ],
  "editors_take": "These books show classical music's historical role in bridging cultural divides and promoting empathy, highlighting its enduring impact as a force for unity and social change.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}