Cambridge University Press

If you have ever wondered why concert programs in the modern world are constructed as they are, Weber's fascinating book will help you understand ... Weber draws his data from a vast range of... — Common Knowledge More…

a much needed guide to a fascinating aspect of European culture ... it is particularly welcome to have his findings presented in the form of a single extended account ... a useful and approachable... — Music and Letters More…

Cooke writes accessibly yet with as much intellectual rigor on the propagandistic songs of Shostakovich as on MTV's impact on Flashdance. ... Crammed with source acknowledgement for further... — BBC Music Magazine More…

its value remains unquestionable ... a large drop in a very important ocean — Musical Times More…

the big value of this small book lies in its persuasive advocacy. Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue stimulates thought on the social and even philosophical import of crossover music, enabling us to... — Musical Times More…

A rich and fascinating book — Music Teacher More…

Michael Kennedy's elegantly written volume is full of interesting and sagacious comments on Elgar's compositions — Sunday Telegraph More…