A Musical Book of DaysAn engaging and useful book, presenting musical happenings of many kinds for every day of the year. There are dates of Beethoven's death, Mozart's marriage, Pagliacci's premiere and Carmen's completion--as well as absorbing information on the private lives of the masters. 63 illustrations. |
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