A major new biography of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, told through the prism of the women in his life

A rich and evocative account of the life and work of Britain's favourite composer from one of our finest conductors.

This stimulating guide will help students and their teachers to achieve stylish performances of music of the Classical period. Individual chapters from leading experts focus on historical background, notation and interpretation, and sources and editions, presenting the latest thinking on performance in a clear, helpful and practical way. There are also dedicated chapters of specialist advice for keyboard, string and wind players, and singers, plus a recommended
playlist of illustrative, authoritative recordings. Fully illustrated throughout with many music examples, facsimiles and pictures,...