Embrace the joy and drama of classical composition with this gift to the ears and soul. Discover the sounds of 42 great composers whose stories and lives span more than 450 years. Includes excerpts of works of each composer, and a guide onwhat to listen to in each piece. From 15th century sacred chants, to 1950s jazz- and Latin-inflected rhythms of West Side Story Suite. Bach, Beethoven, as well as Elgar, Ives, and Bruch.