[ePub] Music from the Earliest Notations to the Sixteenth Century: The Oxford History of Western Music by Richard Taruskin at Arts-Photography

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MAKE A SOUND INVESTMENT IN CLASSICAL MUSICWho are the ten most important classical composers? Who in the world was Palestrina? Why did Stravinskys "Rite of Spring" cause a riot? Which five of each important composers works should you buy? What is a concerto and how does it differ from a sonata?Maybe you dont know the answers to these questions; author Phil Goulding certainly didnt. When Goulding first tried to learn about classical music; he found himself buried in an avalanche of technical terms and complicated jargon--so he decided to write the book he couldnt find.The result is a complete classical music education in one volume. Comprehensive; discriminating; and delightfully irreverent; Classical Music provides such essential information as:* Rankings of the top 50 composers (Bach is #1. Borodin is #50) * A detailed and anecdotal look at each composers life and work * The five primary works of each composer and specific recommended CDs for each. * Further great works of each composer--if you really like him * Concise explanations of musical terminology; forms; and periods * A guide to the parts and history of the symphony orchestra "This book uses every conceivable gimmick to immerse readers in the richness of classical music: lists; rankings; sidebars devoted to lively anecdotes; and catchy leads."--The Washington Post"One terrific music appreciation book...The information is surprisingly detailed but concisely presented. Gouldings writing style is breezy yet mature....[He] has raised music appreciation from a racket to a service."--The Arizona Daily StarFrom the Trade Paperback edition.