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OverviewWhere would classical music be without the orchestra? Whether they are of the symphony or chamber variety, every orchestra is made up of a group of musicians playing together as one body to bring the music of the great composers to life. This handy reference guide from Classic FM takes you on a whistle-stop tour of the greatest orchestras at home and abroad, stopping off to explore the world of orchestral instruments, as well as making plenty of musical recommendations along the way. The orchestra is one of the cornerstones of classical music, beloved of music lovers around the world. Packed full of essential information, this pocket-sized handbook explores the make-up and functions of the different sections, from strings to percussion, as well as some of the greatest orchestras around the world and the incredible music that they perform. Classic FM's Handy Guides are a fun and informative set of introductions to standout subjects within classical music, each of which can be read and digested in one sitting: a perfect collectible series whether you're new to the world of classical music or an aficionado. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Darren HenleyPublisher: Elliott & Thompson Limited Imprint: Elliott & Thompson Limited Dimensions: Width: 11.40cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 18.00cm Weight: 0.181kg ISBN: 9781909653627ISBN 10: 1909653624 Pages: 111 Publication Date: 08 January 2015 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsContents Introduction vii Preface ix 1 Back at the Beginning 1 2 The Conductor 5 3 The String Section 13 4 The Brass Section 19 5 The Woodwind Section 23 6 The Percussion Section 29 7 Great British Orchestras 39 8 Great Orchestras of the World 65 9 The Music Orchestras Play 75 About Classic FM 89 About the Author 93 Index 95ReviewsAuthor InformationDarren Henley is Managing Director of Classic FM. He has written twenty-eight books about classical music and musicians, including the Sunday Times-bestselling The Classic FM Hall of Fame and Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Classical Music... But Were Too Afraid to Ask. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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