From 1800 to 1900--Franz Liszt to Arnold Schoenberg

During his life, Hungarian composer and pianist Franz Liszt was celebrated for his unique style and solo piano pieces--his work is still celebrated today! Austrian American composer Arnold Schoenberg ushered in a new era of composition by introducing the concept of atonality. Readers will explore the biographies of these two and many other accomplished musicians of the 1800s. The engaging text is paired with photographs and primary sources to create a well-rounded learning experience.