Features an introduction to each period, as well as its key composers, personalities, styles, forms, and instruments.

Classical music finally has the reference it deserves: Authoritative, expertly written, and all-inclusive, "The Billboard Encyclopedia of Classical Music" is a comprehensive, affordable companion to a timeless genre.

Containing more than twelve thousand artists from every genre, this comprehensive musical reference furnishes valuable information on each musical form, as well as profiles of musicians, an instrument glossary, a detailed bibliography, and a tutorial on the fundamentals of reading music.

Contains more than one hundred thirty entries of recommended recorded versions and outlines a suggested discography for the definitive classical music collection

Classical music reference book arranged in nine subjects, including the orchestra, opera, and chamber music; with information on instruments and noted composers.

A comprehensive and accessible guide to creating music on one's home computer covers all the software and hardware needed to produce any type of music, accompanied by professional tips, detailed explanations, helpful advice, and essential information. Original.

Classical music reference book arranged in nine subjects, including the orchestra, opera, and chamber music; with information on instruments and noted composers.