Classical history

Posted by: Matthew T on 18 January 2005

Having now accumalated a moderate collection of classical music (ancient to modern, 300 odd disks) it would be useful to tie it all together and so would be interested in any recommendations on some reading material on the history of classical music and how it evolved.

thanks

Matthew

Posted on: 18 January 2005 by kevj

Matthew,

Whole generations of BMus students in Cardiff have used this to help them through their degrees.

This is reasonably comprehensive and not too difficult for the lay person (if memory serves).

Good luck

Kevin

Posted on: 18 January 2005 by graham55

The Rough Guide to Classical Music is pretty good. I have the third edition costing £14.99, published 2001, so there may be a new one around. See www.roughguides.com for details, apparently.

G

Posted on: 18 January 2005 by Stephen

Matthew,

The Vintage Guide to Classical Music - Jan Swafford, is worth reading. A mid weight look at classical music.

Posted on: 20 January 2005 by Matthew T

Thanks for the feedback.

Matthew