Benjamin Britten: A Guide to Research

by Peter J. Hodgson

Overview

This work constitutes the largest and most comprehensive research guide ever published about Benjamin Britten. Entries survey the most significant published materials relating to the composer, including bibliographies, catalogs, letters and documents, conference reports, biographies, and studies of Britten's music.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780815317951
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	07/01/1996
Series:	Routledge Music Bibliographies , #39
Pages:	260
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Part I Notes; Chapter 1 Biographical notes; Chapter 2 The Britten-Pears Library; Part II Music; Short titles; Full titles; Part III Bibliography; group1 Bibliographies and comprehensive sources; group2 Biographical and personal studies; group3 Britten’s writings; group4 Music studies; group5 Various references; group6 University studies;

Editorial Reviews

A reference on the British composer Britten (1913-76) best known for his operas and songs. Includes a brief biographical profile, a detailed inventory of his 435 compositions, and an annotated primary and secondary bibliography. Also describes the Britten- Pears Library in Aldeburgh, England, and provides information on accessing its collections. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

"Recommended for upper-division and graduate collections." — Choice

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