composers

Briefly recounts the life of this German composer of the Baroque period, including his family life and his musical accomplishments.

The life and times of Fr?d?ric Chopin, the Polish pianist and composer.

Biography of Paul McCartney, former Beatle and prolific songwriter, now also patron of the arts and British knight.

Narrates the life of the German-born musical genius who lost his hearing completely by age fifty and who is renowned as one of the world's greatest composers.

Examines the life of the eighteenth-century Austrian composer, from his acclaim as a child prodigy through his prolific musical career to his early death in 1791 at age thirty-five.

Examines the life and career of twentieth-century American composer Aaron Copland.

Chronicles the life of twentieth-century American composer George Gershwin, who wrote popular songs, musicals, and piano and orchestral works, including "Rhapsody in Blue" and "Porgy and Bess.".

Discusses the life and achievements of Fr?d?ric Chopin in the context of his historical period.

Examines Mozart's life and musical achievements in the context of his historical period.

An illustrated biography brings Mozart's world vividly to life. Includes musical extracts from some of his best-loved works.