Listener's Companion

general readers — Choice More…

[T]here is much to recommend in this book, chiefly the enthusiasm, discernment, expertise, and deep understanding of Beethoven and his cultural milieu that its author brings to the table, as... — Fanfare More…

Sultanof discusses a full century of big-band jazz, using the reporter's concept of who, what, when, where, and how to help readers understand the genre's history. Preceding the nine chronological... — Choice More…

In this informative academic look at the music of Black Sabbath, composer and music professor Stolz undertakes a song-by-song analysis of many of the band's recordings, from its 1970 self-titled... — Publishers Weekly More…

From Rush's self-titles debut album in 1974 to 2012's Clockwork Angels, this work covers the recording career, music, and, less extensively, the personal lives of the progressive rock band.... — Publishers Weekly More…

The premise of this book is that one experiences Leonard Bernstein largely through his own compositions, and Kenneth LaFave makes it clear that this was a view of himself Bernstein cherished.... — Fanfare More…

Experiencing Jazz is unlike any other listener's guide. An experienced jazz performer himself, Stephans describes this book as a 'guided tour to the world of jazz.' Rather than offering an alphabetical... — Choice More…

Part of the Listener's Companion series, this book takes us through the Beatles' recording career, from their early days covering American hits, to their early-1960s breakthrough with a string... — Booklist More…