Biographies, Classical Composers, Aaron Copland

Now is the time for a comprehensive, insightful biography of Aaron Copland, and Howard Pollack has answered the call. . . . This is a professional, open-minded, and understanding look at a composer... — The New York Times More…

In Charles Ives's Concord: Essays After a Sonata Gann's analysis takes the form of a kind of biblical exegesis, where canonical texts are pored over by ever-new generations. He achieves a balance... — The Times More…

Feder charts the course of Ive's life and work with obvious empathy ... listeners new to Ives will come away with a real sense of the composer drawing on his idealised past to create music of... — Gramophone Magazine More…

Anyone looking for new windows into the life of this unique composer will find here a rich source, clearly written and abundantly illustrated with photos and copies of musical transcripts — American Record Guide More…

A marvelously orchestrated portrait of this utterly singular American — The New York Times More…