Best single volume guide to classical music


For a Valentine’s Day present.  Preferably fun to read.  Doesn’t need to get deep into minuscia. At this point in our evolution, I could imagine one with QR codes to take the reader to great performances of pieces.  Or a downloadable supplement!  But I doubt that exists.  Anyhow - thanks in advance. 

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Maybe not exactly what you’re looking for but “Year of Wonder, Classical Music For Every Day” by Clemency Burton-Hill presents a classical work each day with a back story. There is a companion playlist (unfortunately on Spotify). 

I did some checking on “Year of Wonder” playlists and they are available on Spotify and Apple Classical Music. Can’t locate on Qobuz or Tidal…perhaps a labor of love opportunity for you to create a Qobuz version.