Books by Sir Michael Tippett

The autobiography of one of Britain's greatest composers is as idiosyncratic as the man himself, revealing his insatiable curiosity about people and places, ideas and sensations, and music of every kind. Vigorous, brave, funny, candid about his sexual and emotional life, Sir Michael has written a remarkable, memorable book.

This collection contains Sir Michael Tippett's essays and articles, drawn from two previously published volumes - "Moving into Aquarius" and "Music of the Angels" - plus a selection of new material, chiefly on Tippett's more recent works.