Sam Jackson Książki

An eclectic, fun and informative guide to the 50 moments that changed classical music forever, from technological advances in music recording and practical innovations, to landmark concerts, the births and deaths of the great composers, and much more. Seeking equally to educate, inform and entertain, 50 Moments that Rocked the Classical Music World uncovers a rich and often unexpected history of classical musicWritten by the authors of the bestselling Classic FM Hall of Fame and Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Classical Music, this will be the perfect gift for the classical music afficionado, as well as anyone new to the genre looking to get their first foothold on the mountain of classical music."An excellent gift for those who just attended their first performance of Beethoven's Fifth." --Library Journal's Express Reviews

The annual Hall of Fame, produced by a classical radio station known for its popular and accessible style The Classic FM Hall of Fame is a collection of the 300 most popular pieces of classical music, as voted for by the listeners of Classic FM, one of the UK's three Independent National Radio stations. Including the history behind both the composer and the composition, this is the definitive guide to some of the best classical music ever recorded, as well as the stories behind it.