The Classic Fm Listeners' Guide : The Music, the Composers, the Performers

The past few years have seen an explosion of interest in classical music - as witnessed by the success of magazines such as "Classic CD", performers such as Nigel Kennedy, Luciano Pavarotti, Ofra Harnoy and Cecilia Bartoli, and Classic FM.

Many previous introductions to classical music presuppose some knowledge of theory and repertoire on the part of the reader, proving impenetrable to many and stultifyingly dull to others.

However, "The Classic FM Listeners' Guide" aims to reflect the outlook of Classic FM itself - helpful, informative and entertaining.

Topics covered include: a brief history of classical music; a glossary of musical terms; a guide to the orchestra; an A-Z guide to the great composers; a guide to the musicians.