{"title":"Tom Service","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the insightful works of Tom Service, a renowned figure in the world of music and arts journalism. Known for his engaging style and profound knowledge, Tom Service brings music to life in a way that is both educational and thoroughly enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this category is \u003cem\u003eA History of the World in 50 Pieces\u003c\/em\u003e, where Service takes readers on a fascinating journey through some of the most pivotal musical compositions in history. Each piece is expertly woven into the broader tapestry of global events, providing a unique perspective that is as enlightening as it is entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for both seasoned music aficionados and those just beginning to explore the world of arts and culture, the works of Tom Service promise to enrich your understanding and appreciation of music's enduring impact on the world. Dive into his insightful analyses and discover the stories behind the music that has shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-history-of-the-world-in-50-pieces-by-tom-service-9781785949371","title":"A History of the World in 50 Pieces","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore how music has changed our world through 50 pieces across classical, folk and world traditions with BBC presenter Tom Service, in this official Radio 3 compendium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMusic transports us and defines us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a form of expression, it has been passed down through oral tradition, musical notation and recordings in a chain of connection that spans the globe, across the millennia. \u003cem\u003eA History of the World in 50 Pieces\u003c\/em\u003e follows that chain, collating 50 pieces of classical music that reflect our changing politics, social structures and technological development, and how composers, musicians and listeners have shaped those currents of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Bach to Beethoven, Songlines to Saariaho, Hildegard of Bingen to the Happy Birthday song, Tom Service offers a fresh take on pieces that many of us think we know, and many more we might not. With each short, sharp analysis, he expands the typical canon and tests the boundaries of what we understand to be 'classical music'—or even music at all, such as the sounds of the earth's rotation, and the songs of humpback whales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn official BBC Radio 3 publication, \u003cem\u003eA History of the World in 50 Pieces\u003c\/em\u003e is a book for anyone curious about the power of music and how it shapes us and connects us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288343265516,"sku":"9781785949371","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/82fdeeb50b76fc85fc83ea84451fd0cf.jpg?v=1770634557"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tom-service.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}