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The Illustrated Musical Instruments Handbook

Cordwainer from Melville

The Illustrated Musical Instruments Handbook

Lucien Jenkins
Flame Tree Publishing, 2006

Softcover, 416 pages, colour illustrated, semi-gloss paper.
Very good condition.

From tubas to theremins... a complete reference for musicians and music lovers

Comprehensive, authoritative, and stunningly illustrated, this is a guide to musical instruments on the market today.

Packed with more than 400 pictures and information on a vast array of instruments. Instruments are organized by type--percussion, wind, brass, stringed, keyboards, electric and electronic, innovations and inspirations--and also include historical context.

Each entry describes the personality, history, and sound of the instrument, whether it's a violin or a steel drum, an accordion or an Ondes-Martenot.
Find the right instrument for every score.

Price: $10

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