Browse: Ashgate Publishing (publisher), Classical Composers

Hamish MacCunn (1868-1916): A Musical Life is a well-produced book which is typical of Ashgate Publishers. The paper quality is good, the binding is strong and the font is clear and readable.... — MusicWeb International More…

This volume is a valuable contribution to the literature that provides thought-provoking material for future research, especially regarding the interpretation of bodily meanings. ... Julie Brown... — Music and Letters More…

Kenneth Smith superbly brings together philosophical and psychoanalytical approaches to Scriabin's music. ... It is an important book for a music scholar or a performer alike who wants to truly... — Notes: Journal of the Music Library Association More…

a much-needed assessment of Rachmaninov which amply reflects Mr Martyn's painstaking research, devotion and skill and significantly extends our understanding of this protean musician — Yorkshire Post More…

substantial critical biography...Wightman presents this extraordinary life with balance and finesse...the story is a fascinating one and is excellently told — BBC Music Magazine More…

Wherever the book opens, one finds important aspects of one of the composers, often offering deep insights into the creations. The result is a most impressive array of information, both on Twentieth... — British Music Society More…

adds to the still scarce body of knowledge about this composition... a valuable historical-aesthetic analysis — Tempo More…