Whether you're a classical music lover or looking for a way to enter the space, 1001 Classical Recordings You Must Hear Before You Die is an exquisite collection of reviews of a wide breadth of music. Arranged chronologically,
1001 Classical Recordings You Must Hear Before You Die includes
reviews of 1001 classical recordings, from the
earliest hymns, to the
modern avant-garde. Written by an international panel of distinguished music journalists, each entry highlights an outstanding recording, ranging from
little-known solo pieces and chamber music, to the greatest
concertos,
symphonies,
operas, and
choral works.
The very best recorded performance of each piece is recounted accompanied by a list of
recommended alternatives,
quotations, and
biographical information about the composers, conductors, and principal musicians. This guide is key to understanding and appreciating classical
music as a whole; it highlights everything from medieval madrigals to key living composers such as Steve Reich and Philip Glass.
Beguiling sonatas, moving arias and operas, uplifting choral works, and dramatic symphonies, they're all are described in reviews which identify why particular recordings stand out.
Browse the 1001 selections and discover
new types of music,
new composers, and
works to explore.
Share This Book: