"If you want to learn about the Sixties, play the music of the Beatles." Aaron Copland
"The Beatles, poets of a generation, heroes of an era. Like all poets and heroes, they both expressed and reflected the spirit of their time." The Compleat Beatles
"We were four guys...just a band that made it very, very big, that's all." John Lennon
Their influence is undeniable. Their recognition is second to none. They are arguably the most popular rock'n'roll band of the 20th century. Their art is an astounding fusion of complex social/metaphysical/emotional themes with amazingly energetic rock'n'roll and impressively poetic (yet accessible) lyrics. They captivated both their listeners and the press as no other musicians have, before or since. And they have come to symbolize the dreams and aspirations of a generation.