From the music of ancient civilizations to the Baroque Era, the Classical Period, the Romantic and Modern Eras, this delightful, accessible guide covers it all. Among its features are incisive biographies of the great composers and descriptions of their works, an intriguing study of the human voice, and a glossary of musical terms. Photos.
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This introduction to European American classical music (including opera, dance, and Broadway) provides an excellent guide to lesser-known composers (e.g., Lutoslawski) and conductors, especially women and minorities, but is less successful as an overly clever directory to more significant composers. Unfortunately, some up-and-comers of merit are absent (e.g., Leroy Singleton, Anthony Davis), the organization forces use of the index, and complete oeuvres are unavailable. In addition, suggested recording guides would have aided the novice tremendously. Still, the guide merits consideration because of its inclusiveness, and it functions as a handy companion to Kenneth McLeish's The Listener's Guide to Classical Music (Macmillan, 1991) and Bernard H. Haggin's The Listener's Music Companion (Oxford, 1991).
- Anthony J. Adam, Prairie View A&M Univ. Lib., Tex.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Anthony J. Adam, Prairie View A&M Univ. Lib., Tex.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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1st to feature chapters on WOMEN composers & conductors!,
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This review is from: Popular Gd to Classical Music (Hardcover)
Finally, a NON-boring book on Classical Music! I have never learned so much, so easily! A Reader---From Cave People to Modern times, all the great eras of music: Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Modern...The never dull lives of Great Composers, Women Composers & Conductors through the ages, Black Composers & Conductors, the origin of musical instruments, hundreds of Performers and musical personalities, Opera, Operetta, Ballet, Musicals, Movie Music -- all delightfully described. What a treasure! Charles Bubb, former Principal Trumpet, San Francisco Symphony--- Dr. Gray's ability to put complicated musical thought into concise & descriptive prose is both educational & entertaining. Audiences have long needed this kind of book. Leonard Slatkin, Director, Nat'l Symphony--- Reading this book is like going to a concert with a knowledgeable friend! Libby Larson, Composer--- The Guide will encourage listening to classical music. Long overdue is the section on women in music history. Morton Gould, Composer, President, ASCAP '86-'94--- Newcomers to concert music will be encouraged by the frank & simple way Dr. Gray deals with her subject. Musicians will applaud the purpose it advances. David Raksin, Film Composer--- This book is the missing link forging a 3-way bond between men & women in music and a personal connection to the audience. Victoria Bond, Composer-Conductor--- A fascinating read, I couldn't put it down! Martin Bookspan, Lecturer, Live at Lincoln Center--- Thank you for a new perspective, Zubin Mehta, International Maestro--- This is the Tops International Superstore of Classical Music! Mary Kunz,Buffalo, NY, News--- A reference book any teacher could fly with! Mary Stitt, Professor Emeritus--- Dr. Gray's insight, wit & perspective open the door to the wonderful, musical heritage that belongs to all of us. JoAnn Falletta, Conductor--- A major contribution to a shamelessly neglected subject...the influence of WOMEN in music. David Amos, Conductor--- In these challenging times for classical music worldwide, Dr. Gray's well-researched & informative book contributes valuable assistance to listeners, both new & experienced. A much-needed reader-friendly companion for all lovers of art music Gisele Ben-Dor, Conductor--- I can hardly wait for Vivace Press to bring out Dr. Anne Gray's new book, The Popular Guide to WOMEN in Classical Music--what a landmark this will be!!! Adrian Harmon, violinist
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