The Book about Music

“The Book about Music” – a book for those who want to understand the history and theory of classical music on one hand, and on the other hand – to get fascinated by it. The book is written in a language that easily captivates the reader, guiding them through the changes of eras and influences, showing how people's ideas, concerns, and needs changed, along with music. This is an extensive work that takes you through antiquity, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, various “-isms” and brings you to the present day, maintaining a coherent narrative line. The authors do not forget the present: they reveal the secrets of orchestral sound, the principles of record studio operations, and many other professional nuances that you didn't even suspect. Finally, this collection includes monologues from famous artists, writers, and public figures who talk about the role of music in their lives. Overall, “The Book about Music” serves the most important functions of any good text: it educates and inspires.