Cambridge University Press

It is ... a cracking good read as we learn about Wagner's abilities to turn himself into a 'brand' or to act as his own 'PR agent'. An important book, too, as Vazsonyi foregrounds an aspect... — Opera Magazine More…

Each [essay] is a considered, thought-provoking exploration of one or more aspects of Tristan, carefully argued and generously annotated — Opera Magazine More…

Recommended to libraries with holdings devoted to music history and analysis at the upper-division undergraduate level and above — Choice More…

One of the pleasures of The Life of Berlioz, by Peter Bloom, lies in the seamless way the author outlines the historical and cultural background. This book will be enjoyed by anyone interested... — The Times More…

This scholarly, extensive overview of Rossini's operas, liturgical works and piano and vocal works reflects the dramatic turnaround in appreciation that has occurred in the last fifty years... — MusicWeb International More…

Highly original biography ... an invaluable guide — Classical Music More…

a reliable survey of most of Liszt's music ... concise and thought-provoking, too — BBC Music Magazine More…

This collection illustrates the value of disciplinary cross-fertilization — The Times More…