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Mozart

The Reign of Love

by Jan Swafford ...

Narrated by Tim Campbell ...

Unabridged

30 hours 22 min

From the acclaimed composer and biographer Jan Swafford comes the definitive biography of one of the most lauded musical geniuses in history, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.At the earliest ages it was apparent that Wolfgang Mozart’s singular imagination was at work in every direction. He hated to be bored and hated to be idle, and through his life he responded to these threats with a repertoire of ... Read more

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From the acclaimed composer and biographer Jan Swafford comes the definitive biography of one of the most lauded musical geniuses in history, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.At the earliest ages it was apparent that Wolfgang Mozart’s singular imagination was at work in every direction. He hated to be bored and hated to be idle, and through his life he responded to these threats with a repertoire of
... Read more
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Every Valley

The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah

by Charles King ...

Narrated by Juliet Stevenson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 46 min

**NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah."A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure."—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World"A book of power and ... Read more

$20.99 USD

**NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • From the bestselling historian and National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, the moving untold story of the eighteenth-century men and women behind the making of Handel’s Messiah."A delicious history of music, power, love, genius, royalty and adventure."—Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The World"A book of power and
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Pyotr: The Life and Music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

He changed ballet forever and hid his wounds even longer.

by Paul van Geldrop, Steve Moretti ...

Narrated by Paul van Geldrop, Tom McLean ...

Unabridged

5 hours 43 min

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was bestowed with a rare musical gift, but burdened by demons of self-doubt and passions forbidden in 19th century Russia.He struggled to release the music inside his head. And equally, to find romantic fulfillment that always remained just beyond his reach. He was deeply affected by the women in his life – those he loved, those he despised, and those whose affection he ... Read more

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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was bestowed with a rare musical gift, but burdened by demons of self-doubt and passions forbidden in 19th century Russia.He struggled to release the music inside his head. And equally, to find romantic fulfillment that always remained just beyond his reach. He was deeply affected by the women in his life – those he loved, those he despised, and those whose affection he
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Min sjæl gør ondt

Sergej Prokofjev mellem to verdener

by Karl Aage Rasmussen ...

Narrated by Thomas Haugaard ...

Unabridged

8 hours 5 min

Karl Aage Rasmussens nye musikbiografi omhandler den russiske komponist Sergej Prokofjev, som levede fra 1891 til 1953.Prokofjev blev født før den russiske revolution, i en forholdsvis velhavende familie og fik sine første værker uropført i Rusland; men under revolutionen forlod han sit fædreland og turnerede rundt som pianist i både Europa og USA. Han fik også værker uropført i Europa, men løb ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Karl Aage Rasmussens nye musikbiografi omhandler den russiske komponist Sergej Prokofjev, som levede fra 1891 til 1953.Prokofjev blev født før den russiske revolution, i en forholdsvis velhavende familie og fik sine første værker uropført i Rusland; men under revolutionen forlod han sit fædreland og turnerede rundt som pianist i både Europa og USA. Han fik også værker uropført i Europa, men løb
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Simply Beethoven

by Leon Plantinga ...

Narrated by Angus Freathy ...

Series Audiobook 20 - Great Lives
Unabridged

6 hours 47 min

Born in Bonn, Germany, Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) showed musical talent from an early age and was first taught by his musician father, Johann, an alcoholic who often beat his son. At the age of 21, Beethoven moved to Vienna, where he studied with composer Joseph Haydn and quickly became renowned as a pianist and conductor, as well as a composer. He continued to perform until 1811 when ... Read more

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Born in Bonn, Germany, Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) showed musical talent from an early age and was first taught by his musician father, Johann, an alcoholic who often beat his son. At the age of 21, Beethoven moved to Vienna, where he studied with composer Joseph Haydn and quickly became renowned as a pianist and conductor, as well as a composer. He continued to perform until 1811 when
... Read more
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The Ninth

Beethoven and the World in 1824

by Harvey Sachs ...

Narrated by Patrick Egan ...

Unabridged

9 hours 26 min

“All men become brothers . . .Be embraced, ye millions!”The Ninth Symphony, a symbol of freedom and joy, was Beethoven’s mightiest attempt to help humanity find its way from darkness to light, from chaos to peace. Yet the work was born in a repressive era, with terrified Bourbons, Hapsburgs, and Romanovs using every means at their disposal to squelch populist rumblings in the wake of the French ... Read more

$20.99 USD

“All men become brothers . . .Be embraced, ye millions!”The Ninth Symphony, a symbol of freedom and joy, was Beethoven’s mightiest attempt to help humanity find its way from darkness to light, from chaos to peace. Yet the work was born in a repressive era, with terrified Bourbons, Hapsburgs, and Romanovs using every means at their disposal to squelch populist rumblings in the wake of the French
... Read more
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Beethoven Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93

Music Album and Biography

by Various ...

Narrated by Various ...

Unabridged

4 hours 5 min

Are you a classical music enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone looking to immerse yourself in the brilliance of one of the greatest composers of all time? We present to you the ultimate digital audiobook experience: "Beethoven Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93 - Music Album and Biography."What’s Inside?Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93Dive deep into Beethoven's Symphony No. 8, a ... Read more

$0.99 USD

Are you a classical music enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone looking to immerse yourself in the brilliance of one of the greatest composers of all time? We present to you the ultimate digital audiobook experience: "Beethoven Symphony No. 8 in F major, Op. 93 - Music Album and Biography."What’s Inside?Symphony No. 8 in F Major, Op. 93Dive deep into Beethoven's Symphony No. 8, a
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Mozart Music Collection with History and Biography

by Hank Wison ...

Narrated by Hank Wilson ...

Unabridged

2 hours 26 min

The Music of Wolfgang Amadeus MozartWhen we think of Mozart, we often think of ease — music that feels effortless, natural,almost inevitable.But behind that apparent simplicity lies one of the most astonishing musical minds inhistory.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was composing at an age when most children are justbeginning to learn their scales. By adulthood, he had mastered nearly every musicalform of ... Read more

$4.99 USD

The Music of Wolfgang Amadeus MozartWhen we think of Mozart, we often think of ease — music that feels effortless, natural,almost inevitable.But behind that apparent simplicity lies one of the most astonishing musical minds inhistory.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was composing at an age when most children are justbeginning to learn their scales. By adulthood, he had mastered nearly every musicalform of
... Read more
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Piano by Heart

Memorize and Perform Your Music in Less Time with Fewer Tears

by Bernard Patten ...

Narrated by Gregory Diehl ...

Unabridged

8 hours 13 min

Unlock the secrets of effortless piano memorization. Whether a beginner, an amateur pianist, or someone returning to the keyboard after years away, this book will change the way you approach playing, practicing, and performing.Drawing on decades of experience as a neurologist, memory expert, and passionate pianist, Dr. Bernard Patten merges the science of memory with the art of piano playing. He ... Read more

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Unlock the secrets of effortless piano memorization. Whether a beginner, an amateur pianist, or someone returning to the keyboard after years away, this book will change the way you approach playing, practicing, and performing.Drawing on decades of experience as a neurologist, memory expert, and passionate pianist, Dr. Bernard Patten merges the science of memory with the art of piano playing. He
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Life Lessons from Camille Saint-Saëns

The Balance of Brilliance: Style, Structure, and the Elegance of Control

by Marcus Alden ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Walter Pike E ...

Series Audiobook 15 - Timeless Wisdom from Artists and Composers
Unabridged

53 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How Do You Balance Brilliance With Restraint?In Life Lessons from Camille Saint-Saëns: The Balance of Brilliance—Style, Structure, and the Elegance of Control, explore the life of the French composer whose works blended technical mastery with refined beauty. From the grandeur of Samson and Delilah to the playful charm of The Carnival of the Animals, ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How Do You Balance Brilliance With Restraint?In Life Lessons from Camille Saint-Saëns: The Balance of Brilliance—Style, Structure, and the Elegance of Control, explore the life of the French composer whose works blended technical mastery with refined beauty. From the grandeur of Samson and Delilah to the playful charm of The Carnival of the Animals,
... Read more
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Mozart in Italy

Coming of Age in the Land of Opera

by Jane Glover ...

Narrated by Jane Glover ...

Unabridged

8 hours 30 min

**Read by the author, acclaimed conductor Jane Glover.'You don’t have to be able to hum Mozart to find this book utterly engrossing . . . I couldn’t put it down' - Joanna Lumley**An expertly researched and vividly written account of Mozart’s formative trips to Italy.At thirteen years old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a child prodigy who had captured the hearts of northern Europe, but his father ... Read more

$20.12 USD

**Read by the author, acclaimed conductor Jane Glover.'You don’t have to be able to hum Mozart to find this book utterly engrossing . . . I couldn’t put it down' - Joanna Lumley**An expertly researched and vividly written account of Mozart’s formative trips to Italy.At thirteen years old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a child prodigy who had captured the hearts of northern Europe, but his father
... Read more
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All Classical Music Explained & more

A BBC Radio Comedy Collection

by Rainer Hersch ...

Narrated by Rainer Hersch ...

Unabridged

4 hours 56 min

Rainer Hersch gives us his irreverent take on classical music in these BBC Radio shows‘At last a musical comedian with a difference – he is really funny’ Daily TelegraphStand-up comic, musician and conductor Rainer Hersch has performed in comedy clubs worldwide, made numerous appearances at the Edinburgh Festival and put on several comedy-concert series at London’s Southbank Centre. This audio ... Read more

$18.99 USD

Rainer Hersch gives us his irreverent take on classical music in these BBC Radio shows‘At last a musical comedian with a difference – he is really funny’ Daily TelegraphStand-up comic, musician and conductor Rainer Hersch has performed in comedy clubs worldwide, made numerous appearances at the Edinburgh Festival and put on several comedy-concert series at London’s Southbank Centre. This audio
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Ludwig von Beethoven

Biography, Facts, Quotes and Symphonies Described

by Kelly Mass ...

Narrated by Chris Newman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 17 min

Most people have heard of Ludwig von Beethoven, one of the most famous composers of all time. His music had a certain aggression, passion, and beauty to it that still brings admirers to tears, more than 200 years later. His symphonies came from his creativity, the circumstances, and the trends in that time period in Germany and Austria.There is much to say about the historical context, the deep ... Read more

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Most people have heard of Ludwig von Beethoven, one of the most famous composers of all time. His music had a certain aggression, passion, and beauty to it that still brings admirers to tears, more than 200 years later. His symphonies came from his creativity, the circumstances, and the trends in that time period in Germany and Austria.There is much to say about the historical context, the deep
... Read more
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Meditation - Sounds of Thunderstorms (432 Hz Healing Music)

George Frideric Handel

by Anthony Morse ...

Narrated by Various ...

Unabridged

2 hours 20 min

Meditation - Sounds of Thunderstorms – George Frideric Handel (432 Hz Healing Music)Experience deep relaxation and emotional balance with this unique digital audio featuring the timeless Baroque compositions of George Frideric Handel, blended with the soothing ambiance of thunderstorms and tuned to 432 Hz—a frequency associated with stress relief, healing, ... ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Meditation - Sounds of Thunderstorms – George Frideric Handel (432 Hz Healing Music)Experience deep relaxation and emotional balance with this unique digital audio featuring the timeless Baroque compositions of George Frideric Handel, blended with the soothing ambiance of thunderstorms and tuned to 432 Hz—a frequency associated with stress relief, healing, ...
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古典留聲故事第4輯

by 焦元溥, 愛播聽書FM ...

Narrated by 焦元溥 ...

Unabridged

2 hours 40 min

自從有聲錄音普及之後，我們認識音樂作品的方式也隨之改變。如今，我們主要透過錄音，而非現場演出，來認識音樂作品。然而，演出者的詮釋，自然也更影響我們對音樂作品的認識。貝多芬的樂譜可能改變不大，但八十年前的貝多芬演奏，必然和今日的貝多芬演奏有所不同。這個節目不只介紹古典音樂作品，更介紹古典音樂錄音背後的故事：為什麼會有這個錄音？這個錄音又造成什麼影響？認識作品，也帶我們認識這些音樂藝術家。播講介紹：焦元溥，國立台灣大學政治學系國際關係組畢業，倫敦國王學院音樂學博士、大英圖書館艾迪生研究員。是台灣知名樂評人、資深專欄作家。好家庭廣播電台《焦點音樂》、《NSO Live雲端音樂廳》主持人。2013年以「焦點音樂」獲第48屆廣播金鐘獎最佳非流行音樂節目獎。著有許多與音樂相關的書籍，內容涵蓋音樂作品分析、詮釋討論、鋼琴演奏技巧解析、音樂家訪問、國際鋼琴大賽報導與文學創作。章節名稱：37來聽 ... Read more

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自從有聲錄音普及之後，我們認識音樂作品的方式也隨之改變。如今，我們主要透過錄音，而非現場演出，來認識音樂作品。然而，演出者的詮釋，自然也更影響我們對音樂作品的認識。貝多芬的樂譜可能改變不大，但八十年前的貝多芬演奏，必然和今日的貝多芬演奏有所不同。這個節目不只介紹古典音樂作品，更介紹古典音樂錄音背後的故事：為什麼會有這個錄音？這個錄音又造成什麼影響？認識作品，也帶我們認識這些音樂藝術家。播講介紹：焦元溥，國立台灣大學政治學系國際關係組畢業，倫敦國王學院音樂學博士、大英圖書館艾迪生研究員。是台灣知名樂評人、資深專欄作家。好家庭廣播電台《焦點音樂》、《NSO Live雲端音樂廳》主持人。2013年以「焦點音樂」獲第48屆廣播金鐘獎最佳非流行音樂節目獎。著有許多與音樂相關的書籍，內容涵蓋音樂作品分析、詮釋討論、鋼琴演奏技巧解析、音樂家訪問、國際鋼琴大賽報導與文學創作。章節名稱：37來聽
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Keyboard Conversations®: The Romance of the Piano

by Jeffrey Siegel ...

Narrated by Jeffrey Siegel ...

Unabridged

1 hour 5 min

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel combine the virtuosity and poetry of a world-class pianist with entertaining commentary to create a magical concert experience. His lively, engaging insights and captivating performances make listening an enthralling experience for all music lovers.For information about the other titles in this series please visit www.randomhouse.com/audio. ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel combine the virtuosity and poetry of a world-class pianist with entertaining commentary to create a magical concert experience. His lively, engaging insights and captivating performances make listening an enthralling experience for all music lovers.For information about the other titles in this series please visit www.randomhouse.com/audio.
... Read more
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Year of Wonder

Classical Music to Enjoy Day by Day

by Clemency Burton-Hill ...

Narrated by Clemency Burton-Hill ...

Unabridged

10 hours 44 min

“Year of Wonder is an absolute treat—the most enlightening way to be guided through the year.” **—**Eddie RedmayneA unique celebration of classical music that showcases one inspirational piece each day of the year, written by an award-winning violinist and BBC Radio personalityClassical music has a reputation for being stuffy, bori... ... Read more

$28.99 USD

“Year of Wonder is an absolute treat—the most enlightening way to be guided through the year.” **—**Eddie RedmayneA unique celebration of classical music that showcases one inspirational piece each day of the year, written by an award-winning violinist and BBC Radio personalityClassical music has a reputation for being stuffy, bori...
... Read more
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Harmonica for Beginners: Discover the Joy of Playing Music

An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Mastering Harmonica Basics

by Brian Wilson ...

Narrated by Brian Wilson ...

Unabridged

2 hours 57 min

For anyone who wants to learn how to play the harmonica, "Harmonica for Beginners: Discover the Joy of Playing Music: An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Mastering Harmonica Basics" is the best resource. This book is written with the novice in mind, providing easy-to-follow directions that make learning fun and approachable. Regardless of your prior musical experience, this tutorial will enable you to ... Read more

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For anyone who wants to learn how to play the harmonica, "Harmonica for Beginners: Discover the Joy of Playing Music: An Easy-to-Follow Guide to Mastering Harmonica Basics" is the best resource. This book is written with the novice in mind, providing easy-to-follow directions that make learning fun and approachable. Regardless of your prior musical experience, this tutorial will enable you to
... Read more
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The Life of Mozart, with eBook

by Edward Holmes ...

Narrated by David Case ...

Unabridged

11 hours 43 min

In his timeless biography—written long before the significance of Mozart's work was fully realized—author Edward Holmes reveals the musician's character and genius, his struggles, his influence on art, and the brilliant reputation that surrounded him. Published in 1845 as the first authentic narrative of the life of Mozart to appear in English, it was also the first biography after the composer's ... Read more

$20.99 USD

In his timeless biography—written long before the significance of Mozart's work was fully realized—author Edward Holmes reveals the musician's character and genius, his struggles, his influence on art, and the brilliant reputation that surrounded him. Published in 1845 as the first authentic narrative of the life of Mozart to appear in English, it was also the first biography after the composer's
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Kuningasbasso Matti Salminen

by Petri Tuomi-Nikula ...

Narrated by Raiko Häyrinen ...

Unabridged

10 hours 6 min

Matti Salminen on yksi musiikin historian suurista bassolaulajista, jonka ainutlaatuinen ääni ja väkevä persoona ovat jättäneet syvän jäljen oopperan maailmaan.Ura oopperalavoilla kesti yli puoli vuosisataa. Hänen tulkintojaan tärkeimmistä bassorooleista - liedistä ja kevyestä musiikista, on taltioitu yli 50 albumille. Wienin, Berliinin ja Münchenin oopperatalot ovat palkinneet hänet alan ... Read more

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Matti Salminen on yksi musiikin historian suurista bassolaulajista, jonka ainutlaatuinen ääni ja väkevä persoona ovat jättäneet syvän jäljen oopperan maailmaan.Ura oopperalavoilla kesti yli puoli vuosisataa. Hänen tulkintojaan tärkeimmistä bassorooleista - liedistä ja kevyestä musiikista, on taltioitu yli 50 albumille. Wienin, Berliinin ja Münchenin oopperatalot ovat palkinneet hänet alan
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Comprendre Wagner

by Dorian Astor, Hermann Grampp ...

Narrated by Azeyn ...

Unabridged

1 hour 31 min

« Wagner résume la modernité. On a beau faire, il faut commencer par être wagnérien. » Nietzsche. Glorifiée en France et en Allemagne au XIXè siècle, l’image de Wagner a été détournée : l’art révolutionnaire de ce proche de Bakounine sera bientôt enrôlé par les nazis au service de leur propagande. Les auteurs reviennent sur la vie de Wagner, sa philosophie et la réception contrastée de son oeuvre. ... Read more

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« Wagner résume la modernité. On a beau faire, il faut commencer par être wagnérien. » Nietzsche. Glorifiée en France et en Allemagne au XIXè siècle, l’image de Wagner a été détournée : l’art révolutionnaire de ce proche de Bakounine sera bientôt enrôlé par les nazis au service de leur propagande. Les auteurs reviennent sur la vie de Wagner, sa philosophie et la réception contrastée de son oeuvre.
... Read more
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Bach's Musical Universe

The Composer and His Work

by Christoph Wolff ...

Narrated by Paul Heitsch ...

Unabridged

13 hours 22 min

A concentrated study of Johann Sebastian Bach’s creative output and greatest pieces, capturing the essence of his art.Throughout his life, renowned and prolific composer Johann Sebastian Bach articulated his views as a composer in purely musical terms; he was notoriously reluctant to write about his life and work. Instead, he methodically organized certain pieces into carefully designed ... Read more

$25.99 USD

A concentrated study of Johann Sebastian Bach’s creative output and greatest pieces, capturing the essence of his art.Throughout his life, renowned and prolific composer Johann Sebastian Bach articulated his views as a composer in purely musical terms; he was notoriously reluctant to write about his life and work. Instead, he methodically organized certain pieces into carefully designed
... Read more
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Beethoven

A Life in Nine Pieces

by Laura Tunbridge ...

Narrated by Laura Tunbridge ...

Unabridged

7 hours 22 min

A major new biography published for the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth, offering a fresh, human portrayal.The iconic image of Beethoven is of him as a lone genius: hair wild, fists clenched, and brow furrowed. Beethoven may well have shaped the music of the future, but he was also a product of his time, influenced by the people, politics, and culture around him. Oxford scholar Laura ... Read more

$19.99 USD

A major new biography published for the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth, offering a fresh, human portrayal.The iconic image of Beethoven is of him as a lone genius: hair wild, fists clenched, and brow furrowed. Beethoven may well have shaped the music of the future, but he was also a product of his time, influenced by the people, politics, and culture around him. Oxford scholar Laura
... Read more
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Classical Music For Dummies

2nd Edition

by David Pogue, Scott Speck ...

Narrated by Paul Heitsch ...

Unabridged

11 hours 40 min

Haydn, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms, oh, my! The beginner's guide to classical music.Classical Music For Dummies is a friendly, funny, easy-to-understand guide to composers, instruments, orchestras, concerts, recordings, and more. Classical music is widely considered one of the pinnacles of human achievement, and this informative guide will shows you just how beautiful and rewarding it can be. You'll ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Haydn, Tchaikovsky, and Brahms, oh, my! The beginner's guide to classical music.Classical Music For Dummies is a friendly, funny, easy-to-understand guide to composers, instruments, orchestras, concerts, recordings, and more. Classical music is widely considered one of the pinnacles of human achievement, and this informative guide will shows you just how beautiful and rewarding it can be. You'll
... Read more

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