Music: An Illustrated History : An Encyclopedia of Musical Instruments and the Art of Music-Making

A complete history of music-making & the orchestra. Begins with a history of music-making. Each of the principal ancient civilizations is investigated, with information about their musical traditions & key developments. Features the most famous players, examines the role of the composer & the conductor, & provides a guide to the best-known orchestras & concert halls around the world. Also, the visual photographic encyclopedia is organized according to families of instruments: strings, woodwind & brass, percussion & keyboards, as well as a section on the voice. Each family is introduced, & its members are fully described -- their origins, how they developed over time, & how they are played. "An indispensable ref. for all music lovers."Max Wade-Matthews is the author of 'Music: An Illustrated History : An Encyclopedia of Musical Instruments and the Art of Music-Making' with ISBN 9780756760168 and ISBN 075676016X.