Produced in association with the Smithsonian, Music: The Definitive Visual History guides readers through the progression of music since its prehistoric beginnings, discussing not just Western classical music, but music from all around the world. Profiles the lives of groundbreaking musicians from Mozart to Elvis, takes an in-depth look at the history and function of various instruments, and includes listening suggestions for each music style.

Includes index.

Early beginnings : 60,000 BCE-500 CE -- Music in the Middle Ages : 500-1400 -- Renaissance and reformation : 1400-1600 -- The baroque spirit : 1600-1750 -- The classical age : 1750-1820 -- Nationalism and romance : 1820-1910 -- Music in a modern age : 1910-1945 -- Global music : 1945-present.