Bradley uncovers a hidden side of operetta and musical theatre. He highlights the significant religious and spiritual influences which pervade the work of composers and librettists such as Offenbach, Lehár, Gilbert & Sullivan, and Sondheim.
"Jolene" is not only one of Dolly Parton's most beloved songs, but also a cultural phenomenon, made and remade by many artists including Olivia Newton-John, The Congo Cowboys, Lil Nas X, and Chiquis and Becky G.
Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier is well-known as a collection of some of the most compositionally sophisticated music ever written. This book presents its context, history, and music based on the latest musicological research.
