“Rob Kapilow ‘leaps into the void’ dividing music analysis from appreciation and fills it with exhilarating details and sensations.”
    - The New York Times

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Meet the Author: Rob Kapilow
Author and Composer Rob Kapilow has made it his mission to help people better understand and appreciate classical music. Join Rob for an enlightening discussion about music and his new book, What Makes it Great?: Short Masterpieces, Great Composers, the first book of its kind optimized for the iPad with scrolling musical examples embedded directly into the text!
Monday, February 13th, 7:00 p.m., Apple Store, Upper West Side, Free

Rob's latest book, What Makes It Great?: Short Masterpieces, Great Composers, (Wiley, September 6th, 2011) focuses on short masterpieces by major composers to help you understand the essence of each composer's genius and how each piece—which can be heard on the book's web site—transformed the musical language of its time. [ learn more and order online ]
Download the enhanced edition on iTunes, and for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Rob Kapilow’s 2011-2012 performances. [ more ]

Golden Gate Opus commissioned by The Marin Symphony to celebrate the Bridge’s 75th anniversary next year; premier May 2012. [ more ]

“Summer Sun, Winter Moon” DVD available. [ more information ]

Rob Kapilow is represented by IMG Artists.

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