The Great Composers

The Great Composers

by Hon Fai Yiu

1 ratings
6 reviews
#179 in paid Music
📚 Education
🎵 Music
$3.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 12, 2012
  • August 27, 2025

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Explore the lives and works of 227 influential Western music composers from the Medieval era to the 21st century. Each profile includes a biography, portrait, and curated YouTube video links. Navigate easily with a searchable and sortable table, and gain historical context with a music history outline.

Profiles of 227 composers
In-depth biographies
High-resolution portraits
Curated YouTube video links
Searchable and sortable composer table
Western music history outline
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What's New in The Great Composers

3.6

August 27, 2025

The app now features enhanced performance and full compatibility with the latest iOS versions.

Charts

Top Paid

📉 179-8

Music

This app dropped -8 positions in Music chart.

Last updated on June 19, 2026.

User reviews

Disappointed cut/paste from Wikipedia

This simple app was a disappointment. It merely allows you to click on a composer's name to read the material posted for free on wikipedia. There are no graphics (other than a painting of the composer's face) or listing of what the composer wrote. There are no music samples. The text cut-and-pasted from wikipedia is merely dumped onto the screen and made slightly difficult to read due to the running together of paragraphs and lack of indentation. After reading through about a dozen entries, I deleted this app.
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Nice app

For the newbie in this type of music, I enjoy the app very much. Easy to use and inexpensive

Will not sync

Just bought this. But it will not sync as it "requires a newer version of iPod software." An update check revealed my software is up to date. So essentially, I've
just been ripped off for $3.99. AVOID.

Perfect for music students

This is exactly what I was looking for! Very well organized and descriptive account of western music history with detailed history of composers. As the mother of a young piano prodigy, this can help us learn about each composer as he advances in his study.

Great app

This is the most user friendly historical and educational app for the purpose of learning about the history of classical music I have ever used. I am a musician with over 30 years professional experience.

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FAQ

What composers are included in The Great Composers?

The Great Composers features detailed profiles of 227 influential figures in Western music history, spanning from the Medieval era to the 21st century, including nearly all major composers who shaped European music.

Does The Great Composers have ads?

No, The Great Composers is ad-free. It offers a focused and uninterrupted learning experience for users interested in classical music.

What devices does The Great Composers support?

The Great Composers is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, providing a versatile experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

How often is The Great Composers updated?

The Great Composers was last updated on August 27, 2025, indicating ongoing support and potential for future content additions or improvements.

What is the age rating for The Great Composers?

The Great Composers has an age rating of 17+, suggesting mature content or complexity suitable for older audiences.

Can I listen to music directly within The Great Composers?

The app provides links to four curated YouTube videos for each composer to showcase their music. These videos require an internet connection to play.

How can I find a specific composer in The Great Composers?

You can easily find composers using the app's searchable table, which allows you to sort them either chronologically by era or alphabetically by name.

What is the price of The Great Composers?

The Great Composers is available for a one-time purchase of $3.99.