Browse: University of Illinois Press (publisher), Classical Composers

Thoroughly researched and accessible to the lay reader, the book will intrigue readers who wish to deepen their appreciation of this legendary composer — Library Journal More…

This exemplary introduction to African American musician William Grant Still will appeal to both students and laypersons. . . . Recommended — Choice More…

Insightful and alert. . . . This book serves as a neat little primer for [Wolff's] work — The Wire 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…

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…

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…

Undoubtedly, Von Glahn's scholarship and the insight with which she has framed her research are immensely valuable, and as a first biography of the master composer, her book holds even more significance.... — Women & Music 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…