Ballet
By: Tim Lihoreau
Series: Classic fM handy guides; Classic FM handy guides
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 103
ISBN-13: 9781783960446
Subjects: Ballets; History and criticism
Description: "Ballet is defined by dance, but supporting the visual drama are some of the greatest musical treasures in the classical canon. This handy reference guide from Classic FM explores the world's most popular ballets, considering the great choreographers, dancers and, of course, composers who have created the most stunning performances of this incredible art form, along with plenty of musical recommendations along the way."--Backcover.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Preface; title: A brief history of ballet; title: Great choreographers and dancers; title: Composers of ballet music; title: The ballet hall of fame; title: 50 ballet tracks to download; title: Where to see ballet.