New facsimile edition of a Classic Text of Music Education.Mary Elizabeth Inman's book was first circulated in manuscript then published in Edinburgh (1875) with further editions in London (1877, 1882). It was designed as a preparation for the study of harmony and Rainbow found its factual content overwhelming and some of its demands extreme. But there is also common sense in urging piano pupils to continue singing; to get access to a good quality instrument; and providing information. .
