Handel

Handel
Author: Donald Burrows
Publisher: OUP USA
Total Pages: 652
Release: 2012-06-15
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0199737363

Handel was a defining figure of the late Baroque era, perhaps best known for bringing the oratorio form to an English-speaking audience. This insightful study brings to life the glory of his artistry, his elusive personality and the flavour of his time.

Concerto in B♭ major

Concerto in B♭ major
Author: George Frideric Handel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2002
Genre: Concertos (Harp with chamber orchestra)
ISBN:

The Eloquent Oboe

The Eloquent Oboe
Author: Bruce Haynes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 576
Release: 2001
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780198166467

This is the first in-depth survey of the oboe during its Golden Age, tracing the history of the instrument from its invention through its many mutations as it adapted to the changing demands of composers. The author describes in detail the instruments, players, makers, and composers, as well as how and where it was played, and who listened to it.