CHAMBERS DICTIONARY OF MUSIC

"Chambers Dictionary of Music is packed with information essential for any music lover. Compact and easy to use, it is ideal for checking the meaning of a musical term, reading about the lives of composers of finding out who composed what and when. A separate chronology charts the development of music since Middle Ages, putting composers and works into context. Clear explanations of complex ideas and terminology make Chambers Dictionary of Music an ideal resource for music students and general readers, while its authoritative definitions and broad coverage ensure that it is a valuable reference for those with a more detailed knowledge of music. - Over 6.500 entries - Clear explanations of technical terms - Illustrative examples and excerpts from musical works - Biographies of composers and details of their compositions - Synopses of opera plots"