Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) is widely considered to be one of the pre-eminent classical music figures of the Western world.

In twentieth-century African American fiction, music has been elevated to the level of religion primarily because of its Orphic, magical power to unsettle oppressive realities, to liberate the soul and to create, at least temporarily, a medium of freedom.

Foolish/Unfoolish is a collection of vibrant and honest "reflections on love" by R&B singer Ashanti.

This guide provides basic facts about Gabriel Faure's life and compositions. It is a collection of resource materials that is the first annotated guide to his music, including the only comprehensive discussion available of the primary sources for his works.

Few journalists have staked a territory as definitively and passionately as Mikal Gilmore in his twenty-year career writing about rock and roll.

Key Concepts in Popular Music presents a comprehensive overview of the main terms and concepts used in the study of popular music.

Can’t get enough of the King? A lively romp through all things Presley, this sassy guide covers what you really want to know about the man who continues to leave generations of females “All Shook Up.”

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Luciano Pavarotti’s longtime manager and friend tells all. All.

The King and I is the story of the thirty-six-year-old business relationship between Luciano Pavarotti and his manager, Herbert Breslin, during which Breslin guided what he calls, justifiably, “the greatest career in classical music.” During that career, Breslin moved Pavarotti out of the opera house and onto the concert (and the world) stage and into the arms of a huge mass public.

Music/Romance about Paul Bowen whose goal in life is to become a country western star