Description

This meticulously researched and updated anthology of musical information examines close to 1,000 of the most recognizable melodies worldwide, tracing their origins to the initial printed sources. This comprehensive volume includes details on composers, lyricists, copyright dates, opening lines of music, lyrics, the physical condition of first editions, and a wealth of information on a vast array of compositions, such as We Shall Overcome, Haydn's Surprise Symphony, The Well-Tempered Clavier, There's No Business Like Show Business, Silent Night, Pictures at an Exhibition, Schubert’s Ave Maria, among others. It also features 30 black-and-white illustrations.