Lives of the Great Composers 3e

Lives of the Great Composers 3e
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Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages : 664
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ISBN-10 : 0393038572
ISBN-13 : 9780393038576
Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis Lives of the Great Composers 3e by : Harold C Schonberg

Schonberg brings the reader closer to an identification with the composers he discusses and thus closer to an understanding of their music. The book consequently places more emphasis on biographical details and less upon technical analysis of the music.

The 100 Greatest Composers and Their Musical Works

The 100 Greatest Composers and Their Musical Works
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Publisher : FriesenPress
Total Pages : 383
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ISBN-10 : 9781525537875
ISBN-13 : 1525537873
Rating : 4/5 (75 Downloads)

Synopsis The 100 Greatest Composers and Their Musical Works by : Gary A. Smook

His fascinating exploration takes you inside the rich music and colorful lives of the world’s greatest classical composers. From Bach to Stravinsky and beyond, you will learn how the unique life stories of these gifted composers are reflected in the musical masterpieces that we enjoy to this day. Designed as an introductory book on classical music, this comprehensive collection presents biographical snapshots of the major composers in the context of distinct historical and stylistic periods and in relation to their notable contemporaries. Special attention is given to recognizing their prominent musical works. The book delineates the many forms of instrumental and vocal music; and it explores the “basics” of tonality, musical structure, performance criteria, the orchestra and its instruments, orchestration, chamber music, and the cataloguing of musical works. As well, the newcomer to classical music will find advice on building a musical library. This book is an excellent source of information about classical music in a unique and entertaining format. It will help lay the foundation for a lifelong love of classical music, through the great musical heritage of these fine composers.

Dictionary of World Biography

Dictionary of World Biography
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 1434
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105025111274
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis Dictionary of World Biography by : Frank Northen Magill

A revision and reordering, with new entries added, of the material in the thirty vols. comprising the various subsets designated "series" published under the collective title : Great lives from history, 1987-1995.

Cumulated Dramatic Index, 1909-1949

Cumulated Dramatic Index, 1909-1949
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Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Total Pages : 944
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ISBN-10 : UOM:49015003068872
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis Cumulated Dramatic Index, 1909-1949 by : Frederick Winthrop Faxon

The Harmonious Child

The Harmonious Child
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Publisher : Open Road Media
Total Pages : 210
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ISBN-10 : 9781504029742
ISBN-13 : 1504029747
Rating : 4/5 (42 Downloads)

Synopsis The Harmonious Child by : Beth Luey

Children are naturally musical, but many parents don’t know when or how to begin their child’s formal musical education. Whether you wish to encourage your child’s musical growth, or would like to plan more advanced study, this book provides insight and guidance for parents of children from toddlers to teenagers. Beth Luey and Stella Saperstein walk you through the basics of finding the right instrument and instructor for your child, the ins and outs of music lessons, and successful ways to manage practice time. Along the way, they let you know what questions to ask and why. This is the place to find practical, friendly, and knowledgeable advice about marching band, orchestra, and recitals—even the possibility of a musical career. With a thorough list of resources and a glossary, this guide will help you encourage your child to channel that joyful ruckus into beautiful music.

Library Journal

Library Journal
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 998
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015082964571
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Library Journal by :

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.

The Lives of the Great Composers

The Lives of the Great Composers
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Publisher : W. W. Norton
Total Pages : 653
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0393013022
ISBN-13 : 9780393013023
Rating : 4/5 (22 Downloads)

Synopsis The Lives of the Great Composers by : Harold C. Schonberg

Biographies of the important composers from Monteverdi and Bach to Bartok and Webern are designed to show the history of music.