Baker's Biographical Dictionary Of Musicians V2

By Theodore Baker

Book Overview

Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians V2 is a comprehensive reference book that provides detailed information about the lives and works of musicians from different parts of the world. Written by Theodore Baker, a renowned musicologist, this book is the second volume of a two-volume set and covers the period from the early 17th century to the mid-20th century.The book features biographical entries of more than 5,000 musicians, composers, conductors, singers, instrumentalists, and music scholars from various musical genres and traditions. Each entry provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the musician's life, career, and contributions to the world of music. The entries also include information about the musician's education, training, major works, performances, and collaborations with other artists.The book is organized alphabetically and includes a comprehensive index that makes it easy to locate specific entries. The entries are also cross-referenced, allowing readers to explore the connections between different musicians and their works.In addition to the biographical entries, Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians V2 also includes a variety of supplementary materials. These include a glossary of musical terms, a list of musical instruments, a bibliography of music-related books, and a chronology of important musical events.Overall, Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians V2 is an indispensable reference book for anyone interested in the history of music and the lives of the musicians who have contributed to its development. Its comprehensive coverage, detailed entries, and supplementary materials make it a valuable resource for music scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163308951
• ISBN13: 9781163308950
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 600 Pages
• Weight: 2.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"