Cambridge University Press

John Rosselli's latest contribution to this admirable series has all the virtues of his earlier Bellini study ... both man and musician are worthily served — Gramophone Magazine More…

The contributors maintain a consistent, jargon-free style. Music examples, graphs, and illustrations meet the high standards of clarity expected from this publisher....Highly recommended — Choice More…

There is much in this book that is considerable, and the author opens up areas that almost demand further research. In preparing Oedipus Rex for performance, one should use this book, with... — Choral Journal More…

Here, at last, is a Beethoven who behaves like a real composer. That he does so is thanks to the careful accumulation of circumstantial detail with which Wyn Jones, a dispassionate and even-handed... — BBC Music Magazine More…

Irving's book functions in part as a ready reference guide. As well as a rundown on the sources for each sonata, particularly noteworthy for its attention to the evidence provided by ink shadings... — The Times More…