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By: Darren Henley
Narrated by: Marin Alsop
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The first volume of Famous Composers, written by Darren Henley and read by Marin Alsop, the American conductor, won a prestigious Audie in the US. Here, Henley and the Naxos AudioBooks team bring the combination of an entertaining but informative "life" and numerous musical selections to a further set of six composers: Handel, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Chopin, Rachmaninov, and contemporary artist John Williams.

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Also listen to the first book, Famous Composers.©2007 Naxos AudioBooks (P)2007 Naxos AudioBooks Entertainment & Celebrities Classical Composers

Editor reviews

This follow-up to the award-winning Famous Composers, focuses on portraits of Handel, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Chopin, Rachmaninov, and contemporary artist Paul Williams. The program provides interesting biographical facts about each composer, brief re-enactments from their lives, and pieces of important works. Though clearly designed for children, this engaging audio experience is educational for a wide audience.

Critic reviews

"The pleasantly voiced Marin Alsop once again acts as musical tour guide, giving historical context and sharing engaging bits of information...while also calling our attention to interesting, illustrative moments in the music. Though clearly designed for children, this engaging audio experience is educational for a wide audience." (AudioFile)
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No doubt planned for very young listeners, but what a pleasure to listen to. Excellent choices of music and topics.

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A wonderful introduction to six classical composers. That it is read by Marin Alsop, one of the most prominent female composers, is a massive plus. For younger and older listeners alike.

Excellent introduction to classical composers

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