The World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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The World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Max Wade-Matthews
language : en
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Release Date : 2000
The World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Max Wade-Matthews and has been published by Lorenz Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Musical instruments categories.
A comprehensive encyclopedia of musical instruments, covering all sections of the orchestra: strings, woodwind and brass, percussion, keyboard and the voice, as well as historical, rare and non-western instruments. An illustrated guide to instruments and their historical relatives, with specially commissioned photographs of all the modern instruments. Famous players, orchestras and concert halls, and the role of the composer and the conductor. A history of music-making, beginning with man's first discovery of music and its development in the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, India, China and Japan, charting key turning points such as the invention of the bow and valves, and ending with the modern instruments of the twentieth century. Includes information on the evolution of the orchestra -- from medieval consorts, baroque and classical orchestras, through to the modern symphony orchestra we know today. Explores other forms such as folk music, brass and military bands, country music, jazz bands, big bands and pop groups.
The World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Max Wade-Matthews
language : en
Publisher: Southwater
Release Date : 2017-09-08
The World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Max Wade-Matthews and has been published by Southwater this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-08 with Musical instruments categories.
The art of music-making has existed for thousands of years. This fascinating book begins with a history of music-making, posing the questions What is music? and What is a musical instrument? . A visual directory is organized according to families of instruments: strings, woodwind and brass, percussion and keyboards, as well as a section on the voice. Comprehensively written and beautifully illustrated with over 450 photographs, the book covers a wide range of instruments and their historical relatives. It also provides a complete history of music-making and the orchestra, making it an indispensable reference for music lovers everywhere.
World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Max Wade-Matthews
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011-05
World Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Max Wade-Matthews and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05 with categories.
A comprehensive encyclopedia of musical instruments, covering all sections of the orchestra: strings, woodwind and brass, percussion, keyboards and the voice, as well as historical, rare and non-Western instruments. It also includes: famous players, orchestras and concert halls, and the role of the composer and the conductor; a history of music-making, beginning with man¿s first discovery of music and its development in ancient civilizations; information on the evolution of the orchestra, from medieval consorts, baroque and classical orchestras, through to the modern symphony orchestra; and other forms such as folk music, brass and military bands, country music, jazz bands, big bands and pop groups. Over 650 full-color photographs
Musical Instruments Of The World
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Author : Diagram Group
language : en
Publisher: Omnibus Press
Release Date : 1997
Musical Instruments Of The World written by Diagram Group and has been published by Omnibus Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Music categories.
"One of the nicest things.is that you don't have to be a musician to love it. It's a browser's delight."--The New York Times It's the best-looking musical encyclopedia ever! Using a completely visual approach, this ultimate reference has over 4,000 drawings showcasing the evolution of instruments--and music--from primitive whistles to electric guitars (complete with fuzz box and pedal). Exquisite illustrations accompany each entry, with painstaking detail and attention to structure, function, and decoration. Most extraordinary is the range of instruments included: orchestral, popular, classical, ancient, and folk. Classed by family groups, they are cross-referenced with material on geographical distribution and historical periods. Plus scores, diagrams of correct playing techniques, major figures, and other fascinating information provided by over forty researchers, writers, and illustrators, in cooperation with 200 scholars from 20 countries!
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Robert Dearling
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan Reference USA
Release Date : 1996
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Robert Dearling and has been published by Macmillan Reference USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Music categories.
Traces the evolution of the traditional instrument families of woodwind and brass, strings, percussion, and keyboard, from ancient times, and offers examples of unfamiliar instruments. Entries on individual instruments provide background on their history, use, construction, and associated music, and discuss personalities and technologies that have influenced its development. Contains sections on the traditional instruments, electronic instruments, ensembles, the authentic revival, and non-Western and obsolete instruments, with color and bandw photos and illustrations on every page. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Bozhidar Abrashev
language : en
Publisher: Konemann
Release Date : 2000
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Bozhidar Abrashev and has been published by Konemann this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Music categories.
Offers a comprehensive look at the world's musical instruments from the oldest inventions of ancient and primitive societies to the most modern high-tech means of musical expression.
The Encyclopedia Of Music
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Author : Max Wade-Matthews
language : en
Publisher: Southwater
Release Date : 2017-02-17
The Encyclopedia Of Music written by Max Wade-Matthews and has been published by Southwater this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02-17 with Composers categories.
This volume is a comprehensive encyclopedia of musical instruments, covering all sections of the orchestra, strings, woodwind and brass, percussion, keyboards and the voice, as well as historical, rare and non-Western instruments.
Music
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Author : Max Wade-Matthews
language : en
Publisher: Lorenz Books
Release Date : 2003
Music written by Max Wade-Matthews and has been published by Lorenz Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Composers categories.
Spanning the musical world from the Middle Ages to the present, this authoritative guide features a history of musicmaking and the orchestra.
The Organ
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Author : Douglas Earl Bush
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2006
The Organ written by Douglas Earl Bush and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Organ (Musical instrument) categories.
Organ, Volume 3 of the Encyclopedia of Keyboard Instruments, includes articles on the organ family of instruments, including famous players, composers, instrument builders, the construction of the instruments and related terminology. It is the first complete reference on this important family of keyboard instruments that predated the piano. The contributors include major scholars of music and musical instruments from around the world.
The Complete Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments
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Author : Bert Oling
language : en
Publisher: Booksales
Release Date : 2004-02
The Complete Encyclopedia Of Musical Instruments written by Bert Oling and has been published by Booksales this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-02 with Musical instruments categories.
A reference guide to musical instruments.