About the book
Classical music was never meant to be an art for snobs!
In the 1700s and 1800s, classical music was popular music. People went to concerts with their friends, they brought snacks and drinks, and cheered right in the middle of the concert.
Well, guess what? Three hundred years later, that music is just as catchy, thrilling, and emotional.
From Bach to Mozart and Chopin, history's greatest composers have stood the test of time and continue to delight listeners from all walks of life. And in Classical Music For Dummies, you'll dive deeply into some of the greatest pieces of music ever written. You'll also get:
- A second-by-second listening guide to some of history's greatest pieces, annotated with time codes
- A classical music timeline, a field guide to the orchestra, and listening suggestions for your next foray into the classical genre
- Expanded references so you can continue your studies with recommended resources
- Bonus online material, like videos and audio tracks, to help you better understand concepts from the book
Classical Music For Dummies is perfect for anyone who loves music. It's also a funny, authoritative guide to expanding your musical horizons—and to learning how the world's greatest composers laid the groundwork for every piece of music written since.
Editions of Classical Music For Dummies
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781119847748
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119848967
- EBook
- ISBN 9781119848783
Read an Excerpt
Classical music was never meant to be an art for snobs!
In the 1700s and 1800s, classical music was popular music. People went to concerts with their friends, they brought snacks and drinks, and cheered right in the middle of the concert.
Well, guess what? Three hundred years later, that music is just as catchy, thrilling, and emotional.
From Bach to Mozart and Chopin, history's greatest composers have stood the test of time and continue to delight listeners from all walks of life. And in Classical Music For Dummies, you'll dive deeply into some of the greatest pieces of music ever written. You'll also get:
- A second-by-second listening guide to some of history's greatest pieces, annotated with time codes
- A classical music timeline, a field guide to the orchestra, and listening suggestions for your next foray into the classical genre
- Expanded references so you can continue your studies with recommended resources
- Bonus online material, like videos and audio tracks, to help you better understand concepts from the book
Classical Music For Dummies is perfect for anyone who loves music. It's also a funny, authoritative guide to expanding your musical horizons—and to learning how the world's greatest composers laid the groundwork for every piece of music written since.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classical Music For Dummies about?
Classical music was never meant to be an art for snobs!
In the 1700s and 1800s, classical music was popular music. People went to concerts with their friends, they brought snacks and drinks, and cheered right in the middle of the concert.
Well, guess what? Three hundred years later, that music is just as catchy, thrilling, and emotional.
From Bach to Mozart and Chopin, history's greatest composers have stood the test of time and continue to delight listeners from all walks of life. And in Classical Music For Dummies, you'll dive deeply into some of the greatest pieces of music ever written. You'll also get:
- A second-by-second listening guide to some of history's greatest pieces, annotated with time codes
- A classical music timeline, a field guide to the orchestra, and listening suggestions for your next foray into the classical genre
- Expanded references so you can continue your studies with recommended resources
- Bonus online material, like videos and audio tracks, to help you better understand concepts from the book
Classical Music For Dummies is perfect for anyone who loves music. It's also a funny, authoritative guide to expanding your musical horizons—and to learning how the world's greatest composers laid the groundwork for every piece of music written since.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Classical Music For Dummies?
The Arts > Music > Music: styles and genres > Art music, orchestral and formal music
Where can I read a sample of Classical Music For Dummies?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781119847748
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Classical Music For Dummies?
David Pogue, Scott Speck
Who is the Publisher of the book Classical Music For Dummies?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Classical Music For Dummies is available as paperback(ISBN 9781119847748) and ebook(ISBN 9781119848967) and ebook(ISBN 9781119848783)
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