Classical Music in 30 Seconds explores the eras, composers, and movements of classical music. In just two pages each, it covers 50 topics that span from the earliest theories of music and the early stylistic periods to electronic compositions and film music. Here you will find everything you need to gain an overview of the extraordinary breadth and complexity of an art form that has touched humanity since the beginning. Illustrated with graphics and supplemented by glossaries and biographies, this volume will pave the way for true expertise.