Contains concise biographical sketches of approximately 160 classical composers, each featuring summaries of their major compositions, and reviews of CDs. Arranged alphabetically, with illustrations and photographs.
Presents career biographies of over 1,000 bands and artists, covering a wide spectrum of music including rock, R&B, Motown, and soul, and touching on hip-hop, rap, dance, techno, and country areas; and features more than 5,000 CD recommendations.
