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An illuminating account of the importance of public investment in
arts and culture.
Just what exactly is classical music ...and why should it be a part
of everyone's life? Who are the big names behind the classical hits
...and which are the best recordings of their music? What are you
supposed to wear to a classical concert ...and when on earth are
you supposed to applaud? Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About
Classical Music ...But Were Afraid to Ask answers these questions
and much more. In the pages of this book, Darren Henley and Sam
Jackson set out to make the classical world not only accessible,
but also disarmingly simple and utterly engrossing, as they share
their passion for the greatest music ever written. Celebrating 20
years of the world's most successful classical music radio station,
this book lifts the lid on the burning questions that Classic FM's
listeners have most often asked over the past two decades. Three
sections steer you through the terminology and etiquette of
classical music, open the fascinating history of the genre and its
key figures over the last 1,000 years, and provide a detailed
reference guide. Since its transmitters were first switched on in
1992, the team behind Classic FM has believed that classical music
can and should be a part of everyone's life, no matter who they are
or where they live. So, whether you are a long-time listener or
completely new to the genre this book equips you to begin your own
personal journey of discovery into the world's greatest music.
Which famous composer could play the piano at the age of 2? - How
long did it take Rossini to compose The Barber of Seville? - Why
was Elgar depicted on the back of a GBP20 note? Find out all this
and more in Classic Ephemera: A Classic FM Musical Miscellany, the
irresistible new collection of facts, figures and amusing anecdotes
from Darren Henley and Tim Lihoreau. Covering everything from
composer biographies to explanations of the ten most famous operas,
Classic Ephemera contains everything you need to know about
classical music, and more besides. Amusing, light-hearted but
always enlightening, Classic Ephemera is the perfect gift for
anyone who loves classical music, history or trivia.
The Ultimate Classic FM Hall of Fame celebrates classical music's
unique ability to stir the emotions of a listener - whether it's
the haunting melodies of Gorecki's Symphony of Sorrowful Songs or
Purcell's Dido and Aeneas; the passionately charged opening bars of
Beethoven's Symphony No. 5; dramatic operas such as Puccini's La
boheme; the moving sounds of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2 and
Mozart's Clarinet Concerto; beautiful ballet scores from Prokofiev
and Tchaikovsky; or blockbuster film soundtracks composed by John
Williams and Howard Shore.; This new edition of the Sunday Times
bestseller celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the Classic FM
Hall of Fame. With a fully updated chart of the nation's 300
favourite works, based on votes cast by millions of listeners over
the past twenty years, a revised introduction and beautiful new
illustrations, this definitive collection encompasses a rich
variety of classical greats, contemporary masters, lesser-known
treasures and outstanding British composers to provide a
fascinating insight into our relationship with the music we love.;
Darren Henley, Sam Jackson and Tim Lihoreau guide us through the
world of classical music and the people responsible for creating
and performing it. Combining fascinating histories and biographies,
recommended recordings and the ranking of the 300 pieces
themselves, this book is as relevant to a new listener discovering
the joys of classical music as it is to long-time lovers of the
genre. The Ultimate Classic FM Hall of Fame is a beautifully
illustrated testament to the enduring power of classical music to
inspire, entertain, relax and invigorate us.
See the world of classical music in an entirely new light. Using
pie charts, Venn diagrams and other clever graphics, the team
behind Classic FM represent Britain's most popular classical works,
musicians and composers, alongside orchestras, concert etiquette,
and much more. Full of amusing insights and unexpected connections,
this witty collection will delight music fans and puzzle
enthusiasts alike. From Mozart to Wagner, via John Cage and
'Jerusalem', this ingenious and fun collection of graphics gives a
surprising twist to your favourite classical pieces.
Where would classical music be without the orchestra? Whether they
are of the symphony or chamber variety, every orchestra is made up
of a group of musicians playing together as one body to bring the
music of the great composers to life. This handy reference guide
from Classic FM takes you on a whistle-stop tour of the greatest
orchestras at home and abroad, stopping off to explore the world of
orchestral instruments, as well as making plenty of musical
recommendations along the way. The orchestra is one of the
cornerstones of classical music, beloved of music lovers around the
world. Packed full of essential information, this pocket-sized
handbook explores the make-up and functions of the different
sections, from strings to percussion, as well as some of the
greatest orchestras around the world and the incredible music that
they perform. Classic FM's Handy Guides are a fun and informative
set of introductions to standout subjects within classical music,
each of which can be read and digested in one sitting: a perfect
collectible series whether you're new to the world of classical
music or an aficionado.
We live in the age of creativity. It is integral to everything we
do. It inspires innovation, improving our environment, our
products, our businesses and the quality of our lives. The UK has
become a creative nation, renowned throughout the world. This book
argues that cultural and creative activities should form a vital
part of the everyday lives of young people - that they are
academically, physically, socially and emotionally enriching.
Encompassing archaeology, architecture and the built environment,
archives, craft, dance, design, digital arts, drama and theatre,
film and cinemas, galleries, heritage, libraries, literature, live
performance, museums, music, poetry and the visual arts, John
Sorrell, Paul Roberts and Darren Henley offer a blueprint for a
renewed approach to cultural and creative education that will be
required reading whether you are a parent, a practitioner, an
educator or a policymaker. Far too important to be regarded as
entertaining optional extras, creativity and cultural education
matter.
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