Musical Instruments of the World: An Illustrated Encyclopedia
Diagram Group
ISBN: | 9780806998473 |
Publisher: | Sterling |
Published: | 30 May, 1997 |
Format: | Paperback |
Language: | English |
Editions: |
3 other editions
of this product
|
Musical Instruments of the World: An Illustrated Encyclopedia
Diagram Group
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!
Shop Preferences
Customize which shops to display. You can include the following shops by logging in to change your settings.