Perfect Pitch

'A treat from the very first page... this book is written with such style and humour... It's a perfect introduction to classical music for a beginner, a companion for the music lover, and sheer entertainment for both.' Joanna LumleyNearly all of us have the capacity to enjoy classical music but too often are put off by not knowing where to look, or what we are looking for. We feel the need for a guide to help navigate such vast and varied artistic terrain.With this delightful book, historian Tim Bouverie provides just this. Draw-ing on his lifelong passion for music, he has created a playlist of 100 classical pieces sure to move, and to be enjoyed by, almost anyone. Some are well-known, some more idiosyncratic, others hidden gems waiting to be brought into the light. All are intended to comfort and inspire. He provides a short introduction to each piece - anecdotal, personal, historical and quirky - followed by a recommended recording to try. Highly accessible and entertaining, unencumbered by technical jargon, Perfect Pitch is filled with engrossing stories and insights that bring to life 300 years of the world's greatest music.An accompanying playlist is available on Spotify.