The Orchestra And Orchestral Music (1899) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104397975)

The Orchestra And Orchestral Music is a book written by William James Henderson and originally published in 1899. This book provides a comprehensive overview of orchestral music and the workings of an orchestra. It covers the history of orchestral music, the different types of instruments used in an orchestra, and the roles of each instrument in creating the overall sound of the orchestra. The book also explores the different styles of orchestral music, including classical, romantic, and modern, and provides examples of famous orchestral works from each era. In addition, Henderson discusses the importance of conducting and the role of the conductor in bringing together the various elements of an orchestra to create a cohesive performance. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about orchestral music and the inner workings of an orchestra.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William James Henderson
ISBN-10: 1104397978
ISBN-13: 9781104397975
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/27/2009
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d