The Daily Book Of Classical Music
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Author |
: Leslie Chew |
Publisher |
: Walter Foster |
Total Pages |
: 382 |
Release |
: 2010-09 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781600582011 |
ISBN-13 |
: 160058201X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (11 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Daily Book of Classical Music by : Leslie Chew
Now aficionados of this timeless genre can learn something about classical music every day of the year! Readers will find everything from brief biographies of their favorite composers to summaries of the most revered operas.
Author |
: Clemency Burton-Hill |
Publisher |
: Headline Home |
Total Pages |
: 448 |
Release |
: 2017-10-05 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781472251831 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1472251830 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis YEAR OF WONDER: Classical Music for Every Day by : Clemency Burton-Hill
As featured in the Telegraph and on Radio 4's Today programme. 'A magnificent treasury . . . a fascinating tour de force.' Observer 'Year of Wonder is an absolute treat - the most enlightening way to be guided through the year.' Eddie Redmayne Classical music for everyone - an inspirational piece of music for every day of the year, celebrating composers from the medieval era to the present day, written by award-winning violinist and BBC Radio 3 presenter Clemency Burton-Hill. Have you ever heard a piece of music so beautiful it stops you in your tracks? Or wanted to discover more about classical music but had no idea where to begin? Year of Wonder is a unique celebration of classical music by an author who wants to share its diverse wonders with others and to encourage a love for this genre in all readers, whether complete novices or lifetime enthusiasts. Clemency chooses one piece of music for each day of the year, with a short explanation about the composer to put it into context, and brings the music alive in a modern and playful way, while also extolling the positive mindfulness element of giving yourself some time every day to listen to something uplifting or beautiful. Thoughtfully curated and expertly researched, this is a book of classical music to keep you company: whoever you are, wherever you're from. 'The only requirements for enjoying classical music are open ears and an open mind.' Clemency Burton-Hill Playlists are available on most streaming music platforms including Apple Music.
Author |
: DK |
Publisher |
: Penguin |
Total Pages |
: 713 |
Release |
: 2018-12-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781465483164 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1465483160 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (64 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Classical Music Book by : DK
Learn about the world’s greatest classical compositions and musical traditions in The Classical Music Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Classic Music in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Classical Music Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Classical Music, with: - More than 90 pieces of world-famous music - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The Classical Music Book is a captivating introduction to music theory, crucial composers and the impact of seminal pieces, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 90 works by famous composers from the early period to the modern day, through exciting text and bold graphics. Your Classical Music Questions, Simply Explained From Mozart to Mendelssohn, this fresh new guide goes beyond your typical music books, offering a comprehensive overview to classical music history and biography. If you thought it was difficult to learn about music theory, The Classical Music Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Explore the main ideas underpinning the world’s greatest compositions and musical traditions, and define their importance to the musical canon and into their wider social, cultural, and historical context. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Classical Music Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
Author |
: Leslie Chew |
Publisher |
: Walter Foster Publishing |
Total Pages |
: 376 |
Release |
: 2010-09-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781610586061 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1610586069 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (61 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Daily Book of Classical Music by : Leslie Chew
Music lovers of all ages are drawn to the pure melodies of classical music. Now aficionados of this timeless genre can learn something about classical music every day of the year! Readers will find everything from brief biographies of their favorite composers to summaries of the most revered operas. Interesting facts about the world’s most celebrated songs and discussions of classical music–meets–pop culture make this book as fun as it is informative. Ten categories of discussion rotate throughout the year: Classical Music Periods, Compositional Forms, Great Composers, Celebrated Works, Basic Instruments, Famous Operas, Music Theory, Venues of the World, Museums & Festivals, and Pop Culture Medley.
Author |
: Genevieve Helsby |
Publisher |
: Naxos My First |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2008-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1843791188 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781843791188 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis My First Classical Music Book by : Genevieve Helsby
My First Classical Music Book is a delightfully colorful introduction to classical music, designed to fire the imagination of children aged 5-7 years. Readers are asked to think about the different places in which we might hear music. Then, each of the major composers and musical instrument families are introduced and brought to life in a vivid and enchanting way. Throughout the book, children are referred to the accompanying audio CD so that they can hear examples as they read. This is the most exceptional book of its kind, providing an absorbing experience for both eyes and ears.
Author |
: Scala Radio |
Publisher |
: Octopus Books |
Total Pages |
: 352 |
Release |
: 2021-07-08 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780857839688 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0857839683 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis Scala Radio's A Soundtrack for Life by : Scala Radio
Bringing together much-loved masterpieces with exciting new works, this accessible and inspiring guide is a celebration of classical music. With pieces ranging from Vaughan Williams's The Lark Ascending and Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony to the scores for Avatar and Assassin's Creed, each entry puts the piece of music into context, providing fascinating insights into the inspirations behind each work and enhancing your listening experience. Organised into Occasions and Themes, the book features music to accompany you through your day, from getting up and getting dressed to running, reading, walking the dog, cooking, taking a bath, going to sleep and everything in between. You'll also find expert curations of the world's most romantic music and the greatest Christmas choral works as well as compositions that celebrate the natural world and mark births and marriages. Perfect for classical music enthusiasts as well as anyone looking for an enjoyable introduction to this genre, this is the definitive modern guide to classical music.
Author |
: Hal Leonard Corp. |
Publisher |
: Hal Leonard Corporation |
Total Pages |
: 362 |
Release |
: 1999-08-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781476840550 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1476840555 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (50 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Big Book of Classical Music (Songbook) by : Hal Leonard Corp.
(Piano Solo Songbook). All your favorite piano masterpieces in one convenient collection! This book features piano solo arrangements of 100 classics by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Debussy, Faure, Franck, Gounod, Grieg, Handel, Haydn, Mahler, Mendelssohn, Mozart, Pachelbel, Puccini, Tchaikovsky, Verdi, Vivaldi, Wagner, and more!
Author |
: Fred Plotkin |
Publisher |
: Hyperion |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2002-09-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0786886277 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780786886272 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (77 Downloads) |
Synopsis Classical Music 101 by : Fred Plotkin
A Paperback Original. The author who has taught tens of thousands of people to love opera now introduces readers to the rich and soul-stirring world of classical music. For anyone who is aching to discover classical music, this comprehensive and accessible book is the ideal teacher. Writing in the clear and highly entertaining prose that made Opera 101 the standard text in its field, Fred Plotkin -- music expert, teacher, lecturer, and famous author -- presents classical music in a way that respects both the reader and the art form. In Classical Music 101: --The reader will discover how to become an expert listener, which is essential for learning to love classical music. --A thousand years of music are explored, with emphasis on great works in all styles. Significant composers will be profiled in depth, including Beethoven, Mozart, Bach, Tchaikovsky, Dvorak, and many more. --Important musicians, such as pianist Emanuel Ax, singer Marilyn Horne, and conductor James Levine, speak about their art in interviews. Classical Music 101, the newest addition to a highly successful series intended for readers who don't consider themselves dummies or idiots, will help the person drawn to the finer things in life (and readers who don't know how to approach them) discover the glories of music.
Author |
: Joseph Horowitz |
Publisher |
: W. W. Norton & Company |
Total Pages |
: 664 |
Release |
: 2005-03-15 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0393057178 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780393057171 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Synopsis Classical Music In America by : Joseph Horowitz
An award-winning scholar and leading authority on American symphonic culture argues that classical music in the United States is peculiarly performance-driven, and he traces a musical trajectory rising to its peak at the close of the 19th century and receding after World War I.
Author |
: Darren Henley |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 416 |
Release |
: 2013-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1909653268 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781909653269 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (68 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Classical Music Year by : Darren Henley
'The Big Book of Classical Music' is a fully illustrated book detailing each day of the year in classical music - the perfect coffee table companion for any classical music lover. Entries contain original illustrations, landmark events taking place on that day, profiles of the great composers, recommended listening, and much more.