Isbn: 9781334044915 - dictionary of organs and organists (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 explores the evolution of organs and the systems that play them, from their rudimentary origins to their complex, modern forms. Beginning with the pneumatic and hydraulic instruments of ancient Greece, the author chronicles the technical advances that have shaped the instrument, revealing how its design reflects the social, economic, and musical developments of each era. The book delves into the work of pioneering organ builders such as Bernard Smith, Father Smith, and Aristide Cavaillà -Coll, whose innovations transformed the organ's sound and capabilities. It also examines the intricate systems of pipes, keyboards, and action, explaining how they interact to produce the organ's characteristic sound. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the organ's history, construction, and significance, making it an invaluable resource for organists, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of musical instruments. 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.…