The Hutchinson Concise Dictionary of Music, in 7,500 entries, retains the breadth of coverage, clarity, and accessibility of the highly acclaimed Hutchinson Encyclopedia of Music, from which it is derived. Tracing its lineage to the Everyman Dictionary of Music, now out of print, it boasts a distinguished heritage of the finest musical scholarship. This book provides comprehensive coverage of theoretical and technical music terminology, embracing the many genres and forms of classical music, clearly illustrated with examples. It also provides core information on composers and comprehensive lists of works from the earliest exponents of polyphony to present-day composers.

Chambers Dictionary of Music is a compact book with a clear layout and straightforward definitions that make it an ideal resource for music students and general readers alike. Packed with essential information, it is also a handy reference for those with a more detailed knowledge of music. The material has been selected and edited by members of the U.K.'s Open University, where it will be used as a coursebook. Highlights include - More than 7,500 entries - Illustrative examples and excerpts from musical works - History and usage of musical instruments - Biographical information on composers, conductors, musicologists, and music theorists

Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain...these are the people who helped shape the history of music. Their stories and others are told in Musicians and Composers of the 20th Century. This five volume set offers biographical and critical essays on over 600 musicians in just about every genre imaginable, from Accordion Players to Musical Theater Composers to World Music, and everything in between.

A compilation of around 7000 quotes with illustrations and information features about some of the less familiar authors. There is a quote to suit every occasion with old favourites as well as contemporary quotes.

Thorough and in-depth coverage of reference materials is at your fingertips with American Reference Books Annual. With nearly 1600 descriptive and evaluative entries, it continues its tradition as a comprehensive review source for reference works published or distributed in the United States. It encompasses the entire subject spectrum, covering such areas as general reference, history, education, literature, urban studies, economics and business, and science and technology. Some CD-ROMs and Canadian reference publications are covered.

An encyclopedia covering all areas of music.