This book explains 100 concepts in classical music--some of which you'd never imagine, and some you surely already know. He discusses Bach, Mozart, and Pau Casals; the best works of the last 500 years; and auditoriums, festival, and violin-makers. In so doing, he reminds readers that there's no need to be an expert to enjoy classical music and feel moved by it. All told, it's a discussion of classical music in approachable language for even us mere mortals.