A Guide to Orchestral Music

A Guide to Orchestral Music

Author: Ethan Mordden

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 0195040414

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This authoritative guide gives the non-musician the fundamentals of orchestral music. It begins with a general introduction to the symphony and various musical styles and then describes, chronologically, over seven hundred pieces--from Vivaldi to twentieth-century composers. Mordden also includes a glossary of musical terms and other useful aids for the music lover.


Frank Zappa: The Complete Guide to his Music

Frank Zappa: The Complete Guide to his Music

Author: Ben Watson

Publisher: Omnibus Press

Published: 2012-01-19

Total Pages: 175

ISBN-13: 0857127381

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The indispensable consumers' guide to the music of Frank Zappa - the genius of the absurd, and one of the most prolific and unpredictable characters of 20th century music.A thorough analysis of Zappa's complete recorded output, from the early days of the Mothers Of Invention, through his more avant-garde compositions and classical projects to the most recent posthumous releases. The guide features:An album by album analysisA full Zappa bibliographyDetails of when and where the music was recorded, including all collaborating artistsA special section concerning compilation, archive and bootleg releasesSixteen pages of full-colour images