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I really enjoy these mini-biographies which make listening to the great composers a bit more personal. But I noticed there was no mention of Luigi Boccherini in the index. I thought that was strange since he is often mentioned as one of the big three classical masters before Beethoven. Did anyone else notice this?

Roger McIntyre Yes, I agree; its unfortunate that the author didn't include Boccherini (who is one of my favorites). What his reasons were, is unknown; but as for th…moreYes, I agree; its unfortunate that the author didn't include Boccherini (who is one of my favorites). What his reasons were, is unknown; but as for the rest of the composition, we recommended it.(less)

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