The Classical Music Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained by DK (English) Hardcover B

Description: The Classical Music Book by DK, Katie Derham A graphic-led book explores and explains the key ideas underpinning the worlds greatest classical compositions and musical traditions; defines their importance to the musical canon; and places them into their wider social, cultural, and historical context. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Learn about the worlds greatest classical compositions and musical traditions in The Classical Music Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Classic Music in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Classical Music Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Classical Music, with:- More than 90 pieces of world-famous music - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Classical Music Book is a captivating introduction to music theory, crucial composers and the impact of seminal pieces, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here youll discover more than 90 works by famous composers from the early period to the modern day, through exciting text and bold graphics.Your Classical Music Questions, Simply ExplainedFrom Mozart to Mendelssohn, this fresh new guide goes beyond your typical music books, offering a comprehensive overview to classical music history and biography. If you thought it was difficult to learn about music theory, The Classical Music Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Explore the main ideas underpinning the worlds greatest compositions and musical traditions, and define their importance to the musical canon and into their wider social, cultural, and historical context.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Classical Music Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand. Author Biography DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.DKs aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivaled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. DKs extensive childrens list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiots Guides series./ Details ISBN1465473424 Author Katie Derham Short Title CLASSICAL MUSIC BK Pages 352 Language English ISBN-10 1465473424 ISBN-13 9781465473424 Format Hardcover DEWEY 781.68 Illustrations Yes Year 2018 Publication Date 2018-08-28 Subtitle Big Ideas Simply Explained UK Release Date 1900-01-01 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2018-08-28 NZ Release Date 2018-08-28 US Release Date 2018-08-28 Place of Publication New York Publisher DK Series DK Big Ideas Imprint Dorling Kindersley Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:125021390;

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