University of Illinois Press

In this interesting and illuminating work - part biography, part critical assessment - David Nicholls . . . chronicles and critiques the composer's life. . . . This is an easily accessible and... — Sydney Morning Herald More…

Thanks to the extent, scope, and universality of his work, Bach will always be a subject for new studies. . . . An interesting collection — Choice More…

A handsomely produced, even luxurious, series of essay-collections — The Times More…

Beautifully written and lavishly illustrated, with both modern photographs and 18th-century images, Exploring the World of Bach is an invaluable guidebook for any traveler wishing to explore... — Early Music America More…

Hildegard of Bingen is an excellent addition to English-language literature on Hildegard. . . will recommend it as a solid introduction to Hildegard as a composer to students, colleagues, friends,... — Revue de musicologie More…

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

Engagingly written, lavishly illustrated. . . . With this volume, we get a focused portrait of George Gershwin, a genius plagued by self-doubt and a wandering eye — Opera News More…

In addition to a detailed account of Burleigh's relationships with his contemporaries, his complex marital life, and his successful performing career, Snyder provides valuable musicological... — Choice More…