Chambers dictionary of music - Editors of Chambers

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