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Introduction
Discover the lives and works of the great composers, performers, instruments and key works with this definitive visual guide to classical music. Whether you're a novice or just wanting to be more informed about your favourite pastime, you'll find everything you need in this informative companion.
- The classical music guide that shows you what others only tell you
- Endorsed by respected contemporary composers
- An essential reference library for this genre of music
From Beethoven to Tchaikovsky, Cosi Fan Tutte to Swan Lake, every aspect is covered in this comprehensive volume. Created through a unique collaboration between DK and Classic FM and written by leading concert promoter, John Burrows, OBE - essential reading for any classical music fan.
'…exactly the thing many enthusiasts will have been waiting for.' Sunday Times (Culture)
Press reviews
“If you don’t know your Albrechtsberger from your Ditters von Dittersdorf, then this is the book for you.” Pianist
Product details
Format: Paperback: flexiback
ISBN: 9781405306102
Size: 125 x 217mm
Number of pages: 512
Publication date: 05 May 2005
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
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