"Not only worhtwhile but so beautifully written and so informative that it should be in every Chamber Music lover\'s library." -- Los Angeles Times .
For each, the author gives a brief biography, followed by discussions of the individual compositions -- both their historical and musical contexts and their salient features, including formal organization, content,.
Authoritative, beautifully written Guide presents 231 of the most frequently performed pieces of Chamber Music by 55 composers. "Not only worhtwhile but so beautifully written and so informative that it should be in every Chamber Music lover\'s library." -- Los Angeles Times