Classic Fm Guide to Classical Music

by Jeremy Nicholas

The Classic FM Guide to Classical Music opens with a masterly chronology of classical music, illustrated with charts and lifelines, and is followed by a comprehensive guide to more than 500 composers. There are major entries detailing the lives and works of the world's most celebrated composers, as well as concise biographies of more than 300 others. This invaluable companion to classical music combines extensive factual detail with fascinating anecdotes, and an insight into the historical and musical influences of the great composers. It also contains reviews and recommendations of the best works and extensive cross-references to lesser-known composers. Jeremy Nicholas' vibrant, informative and carefully researched text is complemented by photographs and cartoons, and is designed for easy reference, with a comprehensive index.

Genres: Music

Paperback

First published January 1, 1996