Classical Music For Dummies, 2nd Edition
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Classical Music For Dummies, 2nd Edition Details
From the Back Cover Learn to: Distinguish the different styles of classical music Explore composers, instruments, orchestras, concerts, recordings, and more Build a fabulous classical music library The fun and easy way to get the score on classical music Haydn, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms, oh, my! In this beginner's guide to classical music, you'll discover how Bach is different from Beethoven―and how Mozart is different still. Plus, you'll be introduced to a wealth of classical composers and their work―and figure out just how enjoyable and rewarding classical music can be. In the beginning... ― get an easily digestible history of music and discover how the Classical style―and those that came before and after it―came to be Cogs in the wheel ― uncover the role and intricacies of rhythm, pitch, intervals, harmony, tempo, dynamics, and more―and how they work together to make beautiful music Strings attached ― get the lowdown on what makes up a classical orchestra, from keyboards, strings, and woodwinds to percussion and top (and bottom) brass Arrive in style ― find the guidance you need to take the intimidation out of attending a classical music concert, from knowing where to sit, what to wear, and when to clap―and everything in between Open the book and find: Plain-English explanations of the different styles of classical music The major classical composers and their famous works Everything you need to know about rhythm, intervals, and other fundamentals Tips on building an impressive classical music library The ten most common misconceptions about classical music The who's who of today's up-and-coming composers Read more About the Author David Pogue studied music at Yale and has been a conductor on Broadway and worked as a columnist at the New York Times. Scott Speck, an award-winning music director and conductor, has led symphony orchestras from coast to coast and around the world. Read more
Reviews
Just a warning. There is NO CD that comes with this version. I wanted a CD so I could listen in the car and did not see the little print on the photo of the book that says "listen to audio tracks online". So there is no physical CD like the last version had, you have to be able to access the web, when you need to listen to the audio. For a student with limited time, I would have rather had an CD.
