Relaxed and accessible in style, this authoritative guide is the first symphony handbook for non-musicians. The book begins with a general introduction to the symphony and short pieces on the orchestra and musical styles. Mordden goes on to describe, chronologically, over 700 pieces--from Vivaldi to twentieth-century composers. Further aids to the reader include two lists of repertory builders and a glossary of musical terms. "Easy and pleasurable to read...a genuinely useful guide for the music lover who has not had a musical education but loves concert music."--John Barkham Reviews
| ISBN: | 9780195040418 |
| Publication date: | 27th March 1986 |
| Author: | Ethan Mordden |
| Publisher: | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 592 pages |
| Series: | Oxford Quick Reference |
| Genres: |
Musicians, singers, bands and groups Art music, orchestral and formal music Reference works |