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Author
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pub. Date
1997.
Language
English
Description
A world-renowned conductor and composer who has lead most of the major orchestras in North America and Europe, a talented musician who has played under the batons of such luminaries as Toscanini and Walter, and an esteemed arranger, scholar, author, and educator, Gunther Schuller is without doubt a major figure in the music world. Now, in The Compleat Conductor, Schuller has penned a highly provocative critique of modern conducting, one that is certain...
4) Myth & magic
Series
In classical mood ; 30
Publisher
International Masters Publishers
Pub. Date
[1998]
Language
English
Description
The allure of ancient myths and magical tales has fired the imagination of composers throughout the centuries. Sit back and let your imagination enter a world of sound where it can seek, and sometimes find, the realms of mystery.
Author
Language
English
Description
In this unique celebration of classical music, one inspirational piece is showcased for each day of the year. Classical music has a reputation for being stuffy, boring, and largely inaccessible, but Burton-Hill introduces readers to pieces that are artfully selected from across genres, time periods, and composers. Her short introductions contextualize each piece, and makes the music come alive in modern and playful ways. And in some cases the pieces...