Dmitri Shostakovich catalogue

"Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) was not only one of the greatest composers of the 20th century but also the first major Soviet composer. In this fourth edition of Dmitri Shostakovich Catalogue: The First Hundred Years and Beyond, Derek C. Hulme lists and describes all known musical compositions of the Russian composer. More than 175 major works are annotated and described, including such comprehensive details as titles and subtitles, dates of composition, instrumentation, and duration; information on dedications and premieres; arrangements by the composer and others; publication details; notes on bibliographical references and the location of the autograph score; and comprehensive chronological listings of vinyl, compact disc, and visual recordings." "The entries are presented chronologically and by opus number, while indexes of names and compositions provide full accessibility. Several appendixes supplement the volume, guiding readers to further information in published sources and providing information on the composer's film, radio, television, and theatre productions; his abandoned projects and obscure works; and his recordings, including box sets and special USSR recordings. An appendix discusses the monogram DSCH, a musical motif based on his name that permeates his compositions. This new edition also includes a comprehensive chronological chart of Shostakovich's works and historical events, as well as a number of photos."--Jacket.