Two great sonatas. Franck's Sonata in A for Violin and Piano boasts inventiveness and melodic charm. Fauré's Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano, Op. 13, possesses clarity and elegance. Authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel editions.

First published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

(Amadeus). The undisputed preeminence of Paris as a center of the piano world dates from the early 19th century, and the rigorous professors of the Paris Conservatoire transmitted the characteristic French piano style faithfully to each new generation for some 150 years. First published to critical acclaim in 1992, this landmark study, now considerably expanded and revised, surveys the historical development, performance practices and pedagogical philosophies of this vital school. HARDCOVER.

A unique guide to enhance and enrich your enjoyment of classical music, this book is for music lovers who want to better understand the works of the masters.