This is the definitive source for composers, compositions, and genres. The book contains over 500 composer and 800 performer biographies. Each artist entry includes vital statistics and album recommendations. The book covers thousands of compositions, including operas, symphonies, concertos, and ballets, and it includes 23 essays devoted to classical music'smajor eras, forms, and genres. Choral works, songs, keyboard works, cha mber music, and film scores receive dedicated sections. Includes 4,000 descriptions of composers' works and 12,000 recordings recommended by AllMusic Guide editors.
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Backbeat Books |
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| Pages |
1608(07) |
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| Category |
Reference |
| SubCategory1 |
Music Appreciation |
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| Medium |
Softcover |
| ISBN13 |
884088007812 |
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| Dimensions |
152x191 |
