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Bruce Wood's evocation of economic crises, credit crunches, pandemics and even expenses scandals in the 17th century is in the best tradition of Purcell scholarship ... a good read, with footnotes page by page, a good index, and a meticulously up-to-date bibliography. * BBC Music Magazine *
Bruce Wood's work brings the famous composer's biography to light, making it fascinating and full of life in 1600s London ... one wants to continue reading and not put the book back on the shelf. Purcell: an extraordinary life is full of historical fact interwoven with documents of the time and Woods' clever writing style. Its inexpensive price belies its true worth to the musical community and the choral musician's library. * American Choral Directors Association Choral Journal *
Wood's enthusiasm for his subject pervades the book, which is strongly recommended to all. * Musical Opinion *
Book Information
ISBN 9781860962981
Author Bruce Wood
Page Count 192
Imprint Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Publisher Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 136mm * 12mm