Orchestral Performance Practices in the Nineteenth Century: Size, Proportions and Seating (Studies in Musicology)

Koury, Daniel J.

ISBN 10: 083571649X / ISBN 13: 9780835716499

Published by UMI Research Press, 1677

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Orchestral Performance Practices in the Nineteenth Century: Size, Proportions and Seating (Studies in Musicology)
• Publisher: UMI Research Press
• Publication Date: 1677
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 083571649X
• ISBN 13: 9780835716499
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Acceptable

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Synopsis

" ...supported by a wealth of information --- often novel and fascinating --- which the author has collected from a great variety of sources. Admirable industry, sound judgement, and excellent style have produced a book that ought to be in the hands of every conductor." --- Max Rudolf Journal of the Conductors' Guild "...an essential book for anyone trying to give responsible performances of 19th-century music." --- Early Music News

Review

. . . supported by a wealth of information -- often novel and fascinating -- which the author has collected from a great variety of sources. Admirable industry, sound judgement, and excellent style have produced a book that ought to be in the hands of eve --Max RudolfJournal of the Conductors' Guild

. . . an essential book for anyone trying to give responsible performances of 19th-century music. Early Music News