**Learn about the world's greatest classical compositions and musical
traditions in The Classical Music Book.
**
Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky
topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about
Classic Music in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices
looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge
alike! The Classical Music Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the
topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.
This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Classical
Music, with:
- More than 90 pieces of world-famous music
- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core
concepts
- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and
graphics throughout
- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of
understanding
The Classical Music Book is a captivating introduction to music
theory, crucial composers and the impact of seminal pieces, aimed at
adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more
of an overview. Here you'll discover more than 90 works by famous
composers from the early period to the modern day, through exciting text
and bold graphics.
**
Your Classical Music Questions, Simply Explained**
From Mozart to Mendelssohn, this fresh new guide goes beyond your
typical music books, offering a comprehensive overview to classical
music history and biography. If you thought it was difficult to learn
about music theory, The Classical Music Book presents key information
in an easy to follow layout. Explore the main ideas underpinning the
world's greatest compositions and musical traditions, and define their
importance to the musical canon and into their wider social, cultural,
and historical context.
**The Big Ideas Series
**
With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Classical Music Book is
part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses
striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to
understand.
