Book description
When her father dies, music historian and trombonist Dr Emily MacGregor finds that music has become too much. Listening, let alone playing, music is suddenly too difficult. This is problematic given that she's a broadcaster, writer and academic working with classical music.It leads her on a journey of discovery: from the arrangement of an Isaac Albéniz piece she finds on her father's guitar stand, through encounters with psychologists, orchestras, summer schools and funeral celebrants, to the lives and works of individual composers who wrote music so often in the midst of loss. What is it about our experience of music that cuts so sharply to the heart of our emotions? And why is it more than any other artform painfully, exquisitely crucial in the evoking of memories?An erudite, lyrical, gently humorous and healing journey to rediscover the purpose of making and participating in music.'Emily MacGregor takes two things people are often scared of - classical music, and death - and made them winningly accessible, warm, funny and real. This book is as finely tuned as the very best of orchestras. I loved it' Alice Vincent, author of Why Women Grow and Hark
Fast FLAK
Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Take Away
Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Bleeker
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Cali Yacht
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Cuff Queen
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Blinker
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Alpha
💡 This app's convenience is a blessing – I can squeeze in reading time between managing household tasks! 📱👩🍳 The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Patton Digger
Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for personal growth. 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖
Fuzzy Rainbow
Audiobooks have become my companion during long walks, transforming exercise into a pleasure. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Tweety
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot! ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience.
Raggedy Ann
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖 Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Fantastic app! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
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Bones
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. Audiobook multitasking made simple – this app's functionality is a true delight. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless.
Bombay Shivers
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
High Heel Goddess
ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
Sun Leo
ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! The audio filters to adjust playback speed and volume are a fantastic addition for customizing my experience. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Onion King
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. 📱 No more lugging around heavy books – this app brings the library to my phone! 📚📱 Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Purity
🚗📖 On-the-go listening has never been smoother – this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. 🚗📚 Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
Good-lookin’
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. Audiobooks have become my bedtime companions, soothing me into a peaceful sleep. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth.
Mad Jack
🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through stories on a lazy afternoon – this app is my relaxation buddy! 🏖️🎧 Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience