The Encyclopedia of Classical Music: An Essential Guide to the World's Finest MusicBeautifully illustrated and lucidly written, this book gives the reader a greater appreciation and understanding of the subject. It tackles music from a categorical and technical viewpoint, as well as explaining its history and growth |
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