Classical Music (CD-ROM)

Author: (USA) David Pogue
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Whether you're 5 or 105, this book can be your introduction to classical music. Discover exclusive secrets to collecting classical music works. Have you heard the names Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, and still feel confused? Don't worry! This friendly, lively, and easy-to-understand guide tells you about composers, instruments, orchestras, concerts, and records. It will show you how delightful and beneficial it is to immerse yourself in the world of classical music. David Pogue graduated from Yale University with honors and has been working as a conductor, arranger, and electronic synthesizer programmer in Broadway. He is also the author of the best-selling "For Dummies" series. Scott Speck is a member of the National Conductor Workshop of the American Symphony Orchestra League.
This book is written for beginners who have never explored classical music, teaching them how to understand the order of classical music while listening. It is also for those who frequently attend concerts, as this book will fill the gaps in your musical knowledge. It combines comprehensiveness and practicality, covering the history of classical music, the theory and techniques of musical composition, various forms in classical music, the composition and functions of orchestras and instruments, anecdotes about orchestras and musicians, and much more. It encourages readers to attend more concerts, listen to more records, and listen to more radio broadcasts. It even encourages readers to create their own music.
The accompanying CD includes excerpts of nine world-famous pieces, each explained in a dedicated chapter. It also provides a list of recommended recordings and gives specific guidance on what to eat, wear, and whether to wear makeup before attending a concert, as well as when to clap during the performance. This book "opens the door to a richer cultural experience in an interesting and accessible way."