Cambridge Companions to Music
Paperback
Publication Date: 19/11/1998
This collection of specially commissioned essays offers an accessible introduction to the history of the piano, performance styles, and its vast repertoire. Part 1 reviews the evolution of the piano, from its earliest forms up to the most recent developments, including the acoustics of the instrument. Part 2 explores the varied repertory in its social and stylistic contexts, including contemporary music, with a final chapter on jazz, blues and ragtime. The Companion also contains a glossary of important terms and will be a valuable source for the piano performer, student and enthusiast.
- ISBN:
- 9780521479868
- 9780521479868
- Category:
- Keyboard instruments
- Format:
- Paperback
- Publication Date:
- 19-11-1998
- Language:
- English
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- Country of origin:
- United Kingdom
- Pages:
- 260
- Dimensions (mm):
- 244x170x14mm
- Weight:
- 0.47kg
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