Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd., Edinburgh, Scotland, 1995
ISBN 10: 0859764168 ISBN 13: 9780859764162
Seller: Saucony Book Shop, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Stiff color pictorial wraps. Minor wear to corners. xi,203 pp. 2nd ptg.: 1997. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book.
Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
Condition: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. John Donald Publishers, [Published date: 1995]. Softcover, xi, 203 pp, plus 8 unnumbered pages of black and white plates; 24 cm. 1997 reprint. In very good condition with light bumping and creasing to edges and corners of covers and light overall scuffing. Binding tight. Pages clean and unmarked. [From back cover] A new paperback edition of the definitive history of the Scottish Highland Bagpipe. The eminently readable text will be of interest not only to pipers, but to those music-lovers worldwide who are intrigued to know more about the character of this ancient instrument, its musical capabilities, and the social and historical circumstances surrounding it. The book incorporates the results of extensive historical research, but it is in no way too technical and it contains many musical examples in plain notation. [Contents include: Preface; Origins; A classification of bagpipes; The bass drone; The bagpipe in Scotland and Ireland; The Highland Bagpipe; Description; Technical developments; Bagpipe manufacture; Other instruments; Bagpipe Music - Introductory; The bagpipe scale; Pitch; Finger technique; Tonality; The two traditions: Ceòl Mòr and Ceòl Beag; The growth of written music; Ceòl Mòr; Historical background; The music; Canntaireachd; Time and phrasing; The Ceol Mor Tradition; From patronage to preservation; Early written records; The end of the collecting period; Nineteenth-century players; Variety of traditions; Further developments; Cameron and MacPherson styles; Tempo and rhythm; Dissident players; The Piobaireachd Society; The Origin of Piobaireachd; Questions; The stories of the tunes; Early MacCrimmon history; Names and dates; Internal evidence; Harp music; Conclusions; Music for Dancing; Early history; Reels; Jigs; Strathspeys; Other dance tunes; Traditional dancing; Scottish country dancing; Competitive Highland dancing; Music in the Army; The Company piper; The piper in battle; Duty tunes; Marching; Quicksteps - 2/4 time; Quicksteps - 6/8 time; Retreats; Slow marches; Competition Music; Music for Pleasure; Slow airs; Jigs and hornpipes; The Pipe Band; The Army; Civilian pipe bands; Organisation of the band; Music; Drumming; Ensemble playing; Piping Today; The players; Performance; Education; Literature; Recordings; Bibliography; Index.].
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers, 2004
ISBN 10: 0859765490 ISBN 13: 9780859765497
Seller: Read Books, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. New Edition (John Donald, 2004). Pages clean and unmarked with no rips. Binding tight. Black covers are clean and bright with very minor shelf wear. Quick, secure shipping with free delivery confirmation from Los Angeles bookstore. Photos available upon request.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.
Language: English
Published by John Donald, c.2002,, 2002
ISBN 10: 0859765490 ISBN 13: 9780859765497
Seller: Harry Alter, Sylva, NC, U.S.A.
paperback, Condition: Very Good, John Donald, Edinburgh, c.2002, trade paperbk.prtg., 205pp., NF $.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, Edinburgh Scotland, 1988
ISBN 10: 0859761533 ISBN 13: 9780859761536
Seller: Chequamegon Books, Washburn, WI, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: fine. Dust Jacket Condition: fine. 6 1/4 x 9 1/2 " 203 pages. "This definitive study describes the construction and musical capabilities of the modern bagpipe, sketches its historical and social background, and surveys its music in all its forms.".
Condition: Near Fine. Second impression (softcover). 8vo (23cm by 16cm), xi, 203pp. 18 b&w plates. Original laminated card wrappers. Ownership inscription to the half-title page, else this book is in very good condition. ISBN 0859764168.
Paperback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Paperback 203pp. Reprint. Definitive history of the bagpipe Near Fine.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, 1988
ISBN 10: 0859761533 ISBN 13: 9780859761536
Seller: Stephen White Books, Bradford, United Kingdom
paperback. Condition: Good. Ex-library book, usual marking. Clean copy in good condition. With Dust Cover. Quick dispatch from UK seller.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, 1988
ISBN 10: 0859761533 ISBN 13: 9780859761536
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:0859761533.
Published by John Donald Publications 1990, 1990
Seller: Hard to Find Books NZ (Internet) Ltd., Dunedin, OTAGO, New Zealand
Association Member: IOBA
Super octavo hardcover (VG) in d/w (VG); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage costs.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, Edinburgh, 2002
ISBN 10: 0859765490 ISBN 13: 9780859765497
Seller: Book Souk, Porstoy, United Kingdom
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 2nd Edition. 361 grams.
Language: English
Published by Edinburgh: John Donald Publishers Ltd., 1988., 1988
ISBN 10: 0859761533 ISBN 13: 9780859761536
Seller: Minster Gate Bookshop (est. 1970), YORK, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
Condition: Very Good. 8vo., pp.xi,203, black hardcover, gilt, 18 b/w plates; very good indeed, in very good unclipped dust-jacket.
Published by john donald edinburgh [1980], 1980
Seller: Hard to Find Books NZ (Internet) Ltd., Dunedin, OTAGO, New Zealand
Association Member: IOBA
First Edition
first edition 295pp NF (blue cloth,owner's sign.to front pastedown) in NF d/w (v.sl.soiled).
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, Edinburgh, 1990
ISBN 10: 0859761533 ISBN 13: 9780859761536
Black hardback cloth cover. Condition: Very Good. Reprint. VG : in very good condition with dust jacket. 240mm x 160mm (9" x 6"). xi, 295pp.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Previous owner's name inside, otherwise unmarked. Edges lightly marked. Light wear to the unclipped jacket, now protected.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd, 1980
ISBN 10: 0859760243 ISBN 13: 9780859760249
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN:0859760243.
Language: English
Published by The Piobaireachd Society, 2006
ISBN 10: 1898405611 ISBN 13: 9781898405610
Seller: Patrico Books, Apollo Beach, FL, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Good. Ships Out Tomorrow!
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd., Edinburgh, 1980
ISBN 10: 0859760243 ISBN 13: 9780859760249
Seller: LBL Books, Selkirk, OTHER, United Kingdom
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. CURRENTLY WE ONLY SELL TO UK LOCATIONS. PLEASE DO NOT PLACE ORDER IF INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING IS REQUIRED. This an an ex-library book so has he usual library stamps, markings and labels inside and sometimes on the spine. Edge of pages slightly discoloured.
"The definitve history and description of the instrument" (Zitat aus einer Rezension). - Sehr gutes Exemplar.
Language: English
Published by John Donald Publishers Ltd., Edinburgh [Scotland], 1980
ISBN 10: 0859760243 ISBN 13: 9780859760249
Seller: Monroe Bridge Books, MABA Member, Houlton, ME, U.S.A.
Association Member: MABA
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: VERY GOOD ++. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. v, [1], 295pp, bound in blue cloth, gilt still bright, binding and hinges tight. Erased price on the half title page, other than that there are NO LABELS, INCRIPTIONS, NOR MARKINGS. The dust jacket is not price clipped, and is housed in a protective mylar cover. Light edge wear to covers and jacket, small pencil marking on the back of the dust jacket, along with an almost imperceptible edge damp mark, also on the back of the dust jacket. Contents include The Literature of the Bagpipe: Irish Music, Northumbrian Music, Scottish Music and the Irish Warpipe Music. Then the Bibliography, followed by Sections on the Union Pipes, Northumbrian Bagpipes, Scots Highland Pipes and the Irish Warpipes and Brien Boru Pipes.