by Max Wade - Matthews (Author)
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.
Format: Paperback
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: Hermes House
Published: 01 Jan 2010
ISBN 10: 1846814758
ISBN 13: 9781846814754