Dictionary of American Classical Composers
The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available.

Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.
1137657514
Dictionary of American Classical Composers
The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available.

Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.
290.0 In Stock
Dictionary of American Classical Composers

Dictionary of American Classical Composers

by Neil Butterworth
Dictionary of American Classical Composers

Dictionary of American Classical Composers

by Neil Butterworth

Hardcover(REV)

$290.00 
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    In stock. Ships in 3-7 days. Typically arrives in 3 weeks.
  • PICK UP IN STORE

    Your local store may have stock of this item.

Related collections and offers


Overview

The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available.

Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780415938488
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 12/04/2004
Edition description: REV
Pages: 564
Product dimensions: 8.25(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Author Neil Butterworth, a recognized composer, is past Chair of the Dept. of Music at Napier University in Edinburgh, Scotland. He resides in Scotland.

Table of Contents

Table of ContentsIntroduction to the First EditionIntroduction to the Second EditionPhoto AcknowledgementsThe Entries: A to ZAppendix: Teaches and PupilsBibliographyIndex
From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews