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The Classical Music Map of Britain Richard Fawkes

The Classical Music Map of Britain By Richard Fawkes

The Classical Music Map of Britain by Richard Fawkes


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Summary

'The Classical Music Map of Britain' is a charming and fascinating journey around the UK from a classical music perspective.

The Classical Music Map of Britain Summary

The Classical Music Map of Britain by Richard Fawkes

Why is Chelsea so important to the Mozart story? Who really headlined at the first ever Glastonbury Festival? Which small Welsh village do Faure, Stravinsky and Prokofiev have in common? 'The Classical Music Map of Britain' is a charming and fascinating journey around the UK from a classical music perspective. Extensively researched and beautifully written, each entry explains why a particular site in Britain was so special to the composer in question, which pieces were composed there, and whether it is currently open to the public. Including hand-illustrated maps depicting key areas of interest, 'The Classical Music Map of Britain' is an enchanting adventure around some of our lesser-known landmarks - perfect for any lover of history or classical music, or those keen to discover a bit more about how music has shaped our country.

The Classical Music Map of Britain Reviews

"The perfect way to walk in the footsteps of musical genius and hum the greatest tunes, both at the same time." - Simon Bates Fawkes strikes a happy balance between familiar and unfamiliar names, and between metropolitan centres and off-the-beaten-track locations. Fawkes...wears the considerable amount of research on display with a characteristic lightness of touch. --Michael Quinn - Classical Music Magazine Britain is littered with obscure musical landmarks that, thanks to this innovative little book, need be unheralded no longer. --Kate Green - Country Life Magazine

About Richard Fawkes

Richard Fawkes is an award-winning author and director. He is the author of nine books including a history of the Welsh National Opera and 'Opera on Film'. His 'History of Opera' and 'History of Classical Music', both for Naxos Audiobooks, won Talkie Awards. He has written plays for the stage, television and radio, and series on Edith Piaf and Johnny Hallyday.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION (2) ENGLAND (5) LONDON (191) WALES (258) SCOTLAND (280) NORTHERN IRELAND AND EIRE (301) GLOSSARY (318) SUGGESTED LISTENING (322) INDEX (327)

Additional information

GOR004537604
9781907642784
1907642781
The Classical Music Map of Britain by Richard Fawkes
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Elliott & Thompson Limited
2012-06-07
336
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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