Famous Composers and Their Works, Vol. 3 is part of a richly illustrated series of biographical and critical studies of the great composers, produced in the late nineteenth century with contributions from leading writers on music. Each volume presents the lives and achievements of celebrated masters.
This volume continues the series’ survey of the principal figures of music, combining accounts of their careers with appreciation of their major works. Generously furnished in its original form with portraits and musical illustrations, the set was a handsome introduction to the composers of the European tradition. It remains an attractive and informative reference for readers exploring the lives behind the masterpieces.