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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.
ISBN | 9781846814754 |
Categories | Entertainment, Music and Movie, Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction: Lifestyle |
Author(s) | Max Wade-Matthews |
Publisher | Hermes House |
Pages | 256 |
Format | Paperback |
Dimensions | 22cm x 1.4cm x 16.9cm |
Weight | 0.68 kg |