Funny, friendly, and so British. Written like a generous mentor, patiently giving all the most important advice. Would recommend for anyone interested or curious about conducting

Great book, poetically written, a good survey of the major players in 29th century art music.
Though I would like it more if it included some more major female composers.

So engaging and full of feelings! Berlioz was one of a kind in his originality; he was unapologetically opinionated; he was a brilliant writer. Highly highly recommend

Slow paced. A bit all over the place.

Funny, light hearted, and incredibly entertaining to read.

Read it because the plot inspired the libretto of la traviata. I don‘t find the characters very relatable in 21st century values, and the story is linear with a lot of descriptions of the narrator‘s emotions. But the book is short, and it‘s not a boring read.

Fast paced, good character development, a thriller I couldn‘t stop until I finished the book at 8am.

Had to read this for orchestral conducting seminar. Why? I don‘t know. After reading it, I still don‘t quite know. As a philosophy book, I understand its value.

too preachy but a nicely paced story