ISBN: 9781333395766 - the m. steinert collection of keyed and stringed instruments: with various treatises on the history of these instruments, the method of playing them, ... influence on musical art (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of the piano, from its origins as a monochord to its modern incarnation. The author traces the history of the instrument through the lives of the great piano builders of the 18th and 19th centuries, including Cristofori, Silbermann, Stein, and Broadwood. Along the way, the author explores the technical innovations that have shaped the piano's development, from the invention of the hammer action to the introduction of the iron frame. This book is not only a fascinating history of the piano, but also a tribute to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the men who have made it one of the most beloved and versatile musical instruments in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …