Chronology of Western Classical Music, 1751-2000
By Charles John Hall
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- ISBN: 978-0-415-93878-5
- Binding: Hardback
- Published by: Routledge
- Publication Date: 4th October 2002
- Pages: 800
About the Book
This 2-volume reference work offers a complete chronology of classical music from the 18th-century through the end of the 20th. Organized by year, each entry gives: births of key musicians/composers, deaths, performing debuts, new positions, prizes/honors, bibliographical highlights, cultural beginnings, musical literature, and compositions. This work answers hundreds of common questions, from "Who wrote that piece?" to "When was it first performed"? A complete index is given in each volume, making finding information quick and easy. This book will strongly appeal to music students, professors, and lovers of classical music.
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'Libraries with comprehensive music collections or high demand for chronologies will welcome it.'
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