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The Classical Music Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK (Hardcover, 2018)
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Brand new, never read, from a smoke-free and clean home. "The Classical Music Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK" is a comprehensive and engaging guide to the world of classical music. Published in 2018 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, this hardcover book delves into the music topic with 352 pages of insightful explanations and illustrations. Written in English, the book is designed to make complex musical concepts accessible to a wide audience, making it a valuable resource for both music enthusiasts and those looking to deepen their understanding of classical music. With a height of 240mm and a weight of 1128g, this book is a substantial and informative addition to any music lover's collection."
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Big Ideas Simply Explained Who wrote the first true opera ? Where did the system of musical notation come from? How do composers construct symphonies? The Classical Music Book answers these questions and more by exploring the history of classical music in clear and easy-to-follow sections. More than 90 works by famous composers are analysed, with explanations of their music theory and impact on society. You will also explore the fascinating stories about the lives of crucial composers and performers. Covering Thomas Tallis in the early period, baroque masters like Bach and Handel, and the classical genius of Beethoven and Wagner all the way to the modern-day composers, this comprehensive book explores the key ideas underpinning the world's greatest classical compositions and musical traditions. The importance of each composition is explained, placing them into their wider social, cultural, and historical context. With its unique approach to the subject, this the perfect classical music guide for everyone. Regardless of whether you are relatively new to the subject or if you are a classical music aficionado, there is plenty to discover on every page.Product Identifiers
PublisherDorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN-139780241301975
eBay Product ID (ePID)5046549229
Product Key Features
Book TitleThe Classical Music Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
AuthorDk
FormatHardcover
LanguageEnglish
TopicMusic
Publication Year2018
Number of Pages352 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height240mm
Item Width202mm
Item Weight1128g
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorDk
Series TitleBig Ideas
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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- 18 Jul, 2022
Easy to understand
The book is ideal for me giving a comprehensive insight into classical music and it’s originsVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
