University of Illinois Press

A treasury of historical information long unrelated or unknown. . . . This is a most valuable addition to anyone's operatic experience — American Record Guide More…

Concise, well-written biography. . . . Recommended — Choice More…

Thompson has written a powerful study whose implications reach beyond distant American history or the preconceptions of 'black studies' to ask urgent questions about African American identity — The Times More…

Harper's memoir is beautifully wrought, and populated with an array of vivid and memorable characters... Flecked with insight, wit and warmth, it proves to be an evocative portrait of a bygone... — MOJO More…

What emerges from Parsons' narrative is a fascinating life of a performer who deserves to be well known to all scholars and fans of bluegrass music — ARSC Journal 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…