Product Description

"The definitive guide to musical enjoyment" (Forum) with over 1.5 million copies in print.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20882 in Books
• Published on: 2002-11-05
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

From Library Journal
This is a reprint of the enormously popular 1957 edition of Copland's guide to music. There is no new text by Copland, only a new introduction by composer William Schuman, which is more an encomium to the "Dean of American Music." In large measure, the book owes its success to its simple, jargon-free language and engaging style. One wishes, though, that Copland might have added an assessment of the musical scene of the past 30 years. The bibliography has not been updated and is thus virtually useless, with the most recent entry 1955. Nonetheless, the book remains an excellent guide for the novice. Larry Lipkis, Moravian Coll., Bethlehem, Pa.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review
“One of the most helpful, sensible, and enjoyable discourses on the subject ever published.”
—Victor Record Review

“By far the best thing of its kind yet to appear.”
—Modern Music

About the Author
Aaron Copland’s well-known and highly regarded compositions, performed and recorded extensively throughout the world, include the Pulitzer Prize-winning ballet Appalachian Spring, and the film scores of Our Town and The Heiress.

Customer Reviews

What to Listen for in music
This is a classic. I recommend it for anyone that wants to expand their viewpoint of Classical music. I had lost this treasure in Katrina and I purchased it to replace it for my reference. Copland is one of Americas finest composers and his insights are useful to both musicians and non musicians alike.

Fun and educational
i bought this book because it's so cheap. I was curious about what Copland would say in the book. In fact, it reminds me a lot of thing I have forgotten about writing the music, which is great.

Awesome book
My orchestra director recommended this book because it is the next logical step in musical development. I am a private music teacher and principal cellist in a symphony. Michael, my director, teaches at a university and asks his students to purchase this book. I found it absolutely fascinating and it helps to understand the differing styles and composers. Worth every penny! Aaron Copland is a genius.