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Combining the International Who's Who in Classical Music 2023 and
the International Who's Who in Popular Music 2023, this two-volume
set provides a complete view of the whole of the music world.
Within the International Who's Who in Classical Music, each
biographical entry comprises personal information, principal career
details, repertoire, recordings and compositions, and full contact
details where available. Appendices provide contact details for
national orchestras, opera companies, music festivals, music
organizations and major competitions and awards. The International
Who's Who in Popular Music boasts detailed entries, including full
biographical information, such as principal career details,
recordings and compositions, honours and contact information.
The International Who's Who in Popular Music 2007 provides
biographical details on some of the most talented and influential
artists, as well as up-and-coming individuals from the world of
popular music. International in scope, this new edition provides
information on artists, varying from Eminem to Wynton Marsalis; Ray
Davies to Talvin Singh. Listed alphabetically by surname, entries
provide full biographical profiles, including personal information,
principal career details, recordings and compositions, and full
contact details, where available. An index of groups is provided
for ease of reference. Appendices include directories listing music
festivals, music organizations, music awards and digital music
sites providing legal downloads. The careers of pop, rock, folk,
jazz, dance, world and country music artists from around the world
are profiled in this new edition. New artists are included, as well
as established names in popular music. Entrants include Elvis
Costello, Carlos Santana, Wayne Shorter, Dizzee Rascal, Gil
Scott-Heron and Joss Stone. Over 6,000 alphabetically arranged
entries. Fully revised and updated for this ninth edition. Spans
the full range of popular music.
The International Who's Who in Classical Music 2007 is an
unparalleled source of biographical information on singers,
instrumentalists, composers, conductors and managers. The directory
section lists orchestras, opera companies and other institutions
connected with the classical music world. Each biographical entry
comprises personal information, principal career details,
repertoire, recordings and compositions, and full contact details
where available. Appendices provide contact details for national
orchestras, opera companies, music festivals, music organizations
and major competitions and awards. Entries include individuals
involved in all aspects of the world of classical music: composers,
instrumentalists, singers, arrangers, writers, musicologists,
conductors, directors and managers. Among those listed in this new
edition are Philip Glass, Lang Lang, George Crumb, Evelyn Glennie,
Yo-Yo Ma and Inga Nielsen. Over 8,000 detailed biographical
entries. Covers the classical and light classical fields. Includes
both up-and-coming musicians and well-established names. This book
will prove invaluable for anyone in need of reliable, up-to-date
information on the individuals and organizations involved in
classical music.
The Territories of the Russian Federation 2007 offers a diverse
collection of political and economic information on the Russian
Federation and its eighty-nine constituent units. The introduction
examines the Russian Federation as a whole, and consists of an
essay written by acknowledged experts, focusing on the economic
relationship between the federal subjects and the state, followed
by a chronology, demographic and economic statistics, and a review
of the federal Government. The second section comprises Territorial
Surveys, with a chapter on each of Russia's eighty-nine federal
subjects. Each chapter includes: * A map, plus a description of
location, topography, area and population * Details of the history
of the territory, followed by information on the recent and
existing political situation * An economic survey, presenting the
latest available data on transport, agriculture, industry, external
trade, finance and employment * A directory listing essential names
and addresses for the leading political officials. The third and
fourth parts comprise a select bibliography of books and indexes,
listing the territories alphabetically, with a gazetteer of
alternative names, and by both Federal Okrug and economic area. Key
features: * a comprehensive overview of the Russian Federation * an
analysis and understanding of the country's regional dimension *
Invaluable directories of important territorial contacts * Detailed
and accurate political, economic and statistical information * Some
100 current maps * Extensive information from a wide variety of
sources, many of which are unavailable in English.
Extensive coverage of the political, economic and social affairs of
the region. This impartial up-to-date survey of the countries and
territories that make up the region includes: * incisive analysis
by acknowledged experts * the latest statistics on the major
economic indicators and population * invaluable directory material.
General Survey * Leading authorities on the region analyse topics
of regional importance including: International Relations of Russia
and the Commonwealth of Independent States; Politics of Energy in
the Caspian Sea Region; Militant Islam in Central Asia and the
Caucasus; The Economics of the Commonwealth of Independent States;
Russia's New Federalism; Poverty and Social Welfare in the
Commonwealth of Independent States; Trends in Religious Policy;
Organized Crime in the Russian Federation and the CIS and
Environmental Degradation: Past Roots, Present Transition and
Future Hopes. Country Surveys Individual chapters on every country
containing: * An introductory survey, containing essays on the
geography, recent history and economy of each country, which
includes a map and full chronology * An extensive statistical
survey of economic indicators, which include area and population,
health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining,
industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, media and education.
* A full directory containing names, addresses, contact numbers and
e-mail and internet addresses for the following areas: the
constitution, the government, legislature, local government,
political organizations, diplomatic representation, the judiciary,
religion, the media, finance, trade and industry, transport,
tourism, culture, education, social welfare, the environment and
defence * A useful bibliography, providing sources for further
research. Political Profiles * Biographical details on the leading
figures in the region. Regional Information * Detailed information
on the following: regional organizations; research institutes; a
select periodicals bibliography and a select books bibliography.
An unrivalled survey on the countries and territories of this immense region. * Over 900 pages of in-depth analysis, up-to-date statistics and invaluable directory details * Includes contributions from acknowledged authorities who examine topics of regional importance. Introductory Survey * Issues of regional importance are examined by acknowledged authorities of the area, subjects covered include: Indigenous Peoples in Latin America; the Environment; North American Regional Relations; International Responses to Natural Disasters in Central America; Latin American Economy; Role of the Church in Latin America in the 21st Century. Country Surveys * Separate chapters are included for each country * Includes a facts in brief section, details of history and the economy. Statistical Survey * The latest available statistics are provided on industry, agriculture, trade, population, education, transport and tourism. Directory * A collection of essential contact names, postal addresses, e-mail and internet addresses. A Bibliography
An invaluable source of information on the personalities and organizations of the literary world. This essential directory and guide to the field of literature profiles the most important writers and authors, both established and up-and-coming, at work today. All entries are updated just prior to publication ensuring the utmost accuracy. Features include: * Over 5,000 entries * Concise biographical information on novelists, authors, playwrights, columnists, journalists, editors and critics * Biographical details of established writers as well as those who have recently risen to prominence * Each entry details career, works published, literary awards and prizes, membership and contact addresses where available * A detailed listing of major international literary awards and prizes, and winners of those prizes * A directory of major literary organizations and literary agents, and a listing of members of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
This study brings together statistical, factual and directory
information on these two vast nations and their constituent states,
provinces and territories.It includes: * over 600 pages of in-depth
analysis and thoroughly researched data * comprehensive
geographical, historical, economic and political data *
contributions from acknowledged regional experts.
Presents text, statistics and directory information on the
geography, recent history and economy of the Western European
countries and territories.
Now in its thirty-first edition this survey of the region brings
together: * Over 1,250 pages of economic and demographic
statistics, wide-ranging directory material and authoritative
articles * Contributions from over 50 leading experts on African
affairs * Incisive analysis of the latest available information
Provides a comprehensive survey of all the countries and
territories of Central and South-Eastern Europe. * Provides an
impartial and current perspective on economic and political
developments * Over 700 pages of authoritative analysis, current
statistics, directory data and biographical details.
This work provides an up-to-date and comprehensive directory and
guide to over 1700 international and regional organizations around
the world.
South America, Central America and the Caribbean 2001 has been
thoroughly revised and updated by Europa's experienced editorial
team. The information included is as invaluable to those who know
little of the region as it is to the seasoned businessman or
academic. It should be in the reference collections of public and
academic libraries, international organizations, trade and
industrial companies, diplomats, government and the media.
Containing a wealth of up-to-date information on the 48 countries
and territories of the region, This reference provides a unique
perspective on the region with its exhaustive collection of facts,
up-to-date statistics, extensive directory details and expert
comment.
This volume covers the Middle East from Algeria to Yemen,
presenting and interpreting events from the preceding year. The
book provides information on the United Nations and all major
organizations in the region and can be used as a reference resource
by those studying the business of this area.
This volume offers extensive coverage of current political,
economic and social affairs of the region. It provides an impartial
perspective on all the countries and territores of Eastern Europe,
Russia and Central Asia. With easy-to-use data, it contains almost
600 pages of analysis by acknowledged experts, recent statistics
and useful directory material.
Provides a comprehensive directory and guide to over 1700
international and regional organizations around the world.
Extensively researched, it covers a wide spectrum of organizations
from the UN and NATO to the League of Arab States. Contents
include: an introductory essay on the developing role of
international organizations and the international community in the
21st century; texts of significant international documents; a
chronology charting the historical development of international
organizations; and a who's who of the leading officials of
international organizations together with addresses and contact
details.
Charts the Union's development from its conception through to the implementation of the Maastricht Treaty and its continuing activities. Includes an A-Z section of concise definitions and explanations of organizations, acronyms and terms.
The most extensive collection of information available on the European Union. The third edition of this definitive reference work has been thoroughly revised and updated to provide the latest information on the EU. It charts the Union's development from its conception through to the creation of the single market in 1992, to the implementation of the Maastricht Treaty and its continuing activities. Contents include: An A-Z section of concise definitions and explanations of organizations, acronyms and terms, plus short articles on the member states. A series of introductory articles providing a broader view of the policies and activities of the EU. Statistical data for the entire EU on trade, employment and industrial production. An extensive directory of key names, addresses, phone and fax numbers, e-mail and internet addresses for all major European Union institutions and official bodies. Details of MEPs, their political groups and national parties, members of major committees, Directorates-General and other commission bodies.
This reference provides detailed facts and figures on the bodies
that encourage international peace and security, and greater
cooperation in economic, social, cultural, and humanitarian areas.
Details are provided on the history and legislative framework of
international organizations, helping to provide the necessary
background information to aid your understanding of international
cooperation. The Europa Directory International Organizations
contains a thorough and informative introductory essay on the
developing role of international organizations and the challenges
facing the international community in the 21 century. This source
also contains texts of significant international charters,
treaties, and documents; biographical information on the leading
officials of international organizations; an extensive list of UN
Security Council and General Assembly resolutions; a Calendar of
Observances; and a comprehensive index.
Globally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability,
the Europa World Year Book 2022 is your source for detailed country
surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory
information for over 250 countries and territories. For more than
ninety years since its first publication, the Europa World Year
Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and
socioeconomic analysis for library reference shelves, offering
timely information with a global reach. The Europa World Year Book
is also available online as an authoritative and regularly updated
digital resource.
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