1st Edition
Chronology of Western Classical Music, Volume II: 1901-2000
By Charles John Hall
Copyright 2003
1004 Pages
by
Routledge
This 2-volume reference work offers a complete chronology of classical music from the 18th-century through the end of the 20th. Organized by year, each entry gives: births of key musicians/composers, deaths, performing debuts, new positions, prizes/honors, bibliographical highlights, cultural beginnings, musical literature, and compositions. This work answers hundreds of common questions, from... Read more
Historical Highlights Art and Literature Highlights A. Births Composers, Singers, Performers, Others B. Deaths Composers, Singers, Performers, Others C. Debuts Singers, Performers D. New Positions Conductors, Others E. Prizes/Honors F. Biographical Highlights G. Cultural Beginnings Performing Groups-Instrumental, Educational, Music Publishers, Performing Centers, Other H. Musical Literature I. Musical Compositions Chamber Music, Choral/Vocal Music, Orchestra/Band Music
Biography
Charles John Hall
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