A guide to Mozart's most famous string quartets, dedicated to his friend, Joseph Haydn.

This is a reflection of the Bangash family in tradition and in transition. Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash -- the two sons of the sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan, and promising players themselves, look at their father's life with deference, humility and great love. In a world where traditional culture is often considered passe, it is refreshing to come across a family which upholds ...

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An examination of Mozart's piano sonatas, showing them to be a microcosm of the composer's changing style.

A guide to Mozart's most famous string quartets, dedicated to his friend, Joseph Haydn.

A stunning multi-media volume with gorgeous never-before-published images of, original words and new music by the artist known otherwise by one name --- Prince

An illustrated encyclopedia of the lives and works of the 100 famous classical composers encompassing styles of composition from medieval times to the present day. It includes a biography for each composer, with historical information about events and artistic movements of the time.

Contains a detailed list of the requirements for the Grade 1 Theory of Music examination. This Chinese language edition has information which may be needed in the context of the examination, specimen questions and exercises, and guidance on their solutions. It is aimed to provide a sound foundation for anyone wishing to understand music theory.

This collection of eight lectures by pianist, Graham Johnson, is based on a series of concert talks given at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama as part of the Benjamin Britten festival in 2001. The focus of the book is on Britten's songs, starting with his earliest compositions in the genre.

The musical child of Russia's golden age, Sergei Rachmaninoff, was the last of the great romantics. Scorned by the musical establishment until very recently, his music received hostile reviews from critics and other composers. Conversely, it never failed to find widespread popular acclaim. This book investigates Rachmaninoff's intense and often melodramatic life, following him from imperial ...

John Campbell inherited a great legacy of Scottish fiddle music and style from his father Dan J. Campbell, his grandfather, and a host of other fiddlers on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. In addition, John has composed many memorable tunes in traditional styles carrying his own stamp of creative imagination. Sandy MacIntyres Trip to Boston, Highway Reel, Panel Mine Jig, Glenora Reel, and ...

The Complete Lyrics. Authorised update includes 2008 release - a fan must-have! Metallica's success can be directly attributed to their passionate, no-compromise attitude, which come through loud and clear in the words they sing.

An introduction to Mozart and his music, including a CD with excerpts from his top 20 hits, to celebrate his anniversary in 2006.

Without London band Wire, punk rock might never have developed beyond primitive three-chord thrash and cliched songs. This book tells the story of this crucial transitional band, from their early days dodging hostile crowds, up to their split in 1981 and beyond their mid-80s return and their various solo projects.

A collection of essays looking at Webern's music from several different perspectives.

Since the 1960s, Sir John Tavener has been composing intensely personal, inspirational music that has made his voice distinct from his contemporaries. In the writing of this biography Piers Dudgeon has made use of extensive interviews with Tavener and with those who have most influenced his music.

A lively set of new essays on Dylan's work as a writer and composer and on his place in American culture.

Public Enemy are one of the greatest hip-hop acts of all time. This book tells the stories behind the making of seminal albums such as their debut Yo! Bum Rush the Show , the breakthrough It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold us Back , and multi-million selling Fear of a Black Planet .