How to Hear Classical Music

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Ever wondered why most classical music concerts are such stuffy affairs?

Had to bluff your way through classical music conversations?

Trying to get a handle on music by modern composers?

Failed to convince teenagers of the merits of Beethoven or Bach?

Or just want an absorbing read about music?

How to Hear Classical Music is all this and more. Davinia Caddy, an accomplished musician, historian and music writer, provides an illuminating guide that is bound to cause waves. Like all books in the fabulous Awa Press Ginger Series, How to Hear Classical Music will open readers’ eyes – and ears! – to exciting new sensations.

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