Classical Musical Instruments

Language: English

Published by Rupa & Co, 2002

8171674844 / 9788171674848

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Sachs uses a combination of anthropology, art history, and musicology to trace the development of instruments. The book is structured chronologically into four main parts: The Primitive and Prehistoric Epoch: Covers early rhythmic tools like rattles and bull-roarers, and the ritualistic origins of sound.Antiquity: Explores the instruments used by ancient civilizations in Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome.The Middle Ages: Discusses the migration of instruments across continents and the evolution of early European and Islamic musical tools. The Modern Occident: Chronicles the rise of the modern orchestra from the Baroque period through to 20th-century developments, including jazz and electr.

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Title
Classical Musical Instruments
Author
Suneera Kasliwal
Publisher
Rupa & Co
Publication year
2002
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
ISBN 10
8171674844
ISBN 13
9788171674848

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