For the love of classical music : a companion

Have you ever wondered... how the orchestra got its name?who wrote the longest-ever symphony?just how do we know when to clap - and when not to?From Bach to Beethoven, Vivaldi to Vaughan Williams, the world of classical music has something to enchant every listener.

Whether you're an armchair connoisseur, a regular concert-goer or an ardent musician, For the Love of Classical Music will take you on a tour encompassing landmark pieces and performances, key artists and composers, and surprising facts about the world's most beautiful music.