Classic Ephemera

Author: Darren Henley, Tim Lihoreau

Published: 02/10/2009

Which famous composer could play the piano at the age of 2? – How long did it take Rossini to compose The Barber of Seville? – Why was Elgar depicted on the back of a GBP20 note?

Find out all this and more in Classic Ephemera: A Classic FM Musical Miscellany, the irresistible new collection of facts, figures and amusing anecdotes from Darren Henley and Tim Lihoreau.

Covering everything from composer biographies to explanations of the ten most famous operas, Classic Ephemera contains everything you need to know about classical music, and more besides.

Amusing, light-hearted but always enlightening, Classic Ephemera is the perfect gift for anyone who loves classical music, history or trivia.