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Though classical music appeals to many people, the diversity, complexity and even the mystique of "Classical Music" can be rather intimidating. Granted, there is much to know, and much to learn concerning this music. However the encouraging thing about this art form is that you can enjoy what you are hearing without knowing exactly why.

So, while detailed study, investigation, reading, and discussion may perhaps enhance the enjoyment of the music even further, a scholarly approach is fundamentally not required. All that is necessary is a desire to explore and discover new musical territory. The classical music genre is rich enough to provide a lifetime of wonder and surprises, and a nearly limitless potential for discovery makes the journey well worth the effort.
 

Glossary: Easy way to find out about musical terms 

Composer Bios: read about composers, and listen to the top of their charts
 

Periods: an introduction fo the periods of musical history

Medieval Repertoire     Renaissance Repertoire   Baroque Repertoire

Classical Repertoire  Romantic Repertoire   20th Century Repertoire   Modern Repertoire

Beginners Guide: 10 composers you should know, Timeline, Guide to musical genres and much more
Labels: Listing of our main labels, and links to over 2,000 labels
Links: these are sites on the internet we think are interesting 
Your listening history: These are the recordings you have listened to 
Features: Listen to music and read about the excitement and relevance of music
Guide to musical occastions: Music for Christmas, Dinner parties, Weddings and more
Books on music: buy from a selection of over 1,000,000 books - we have highlighted the main music books