Music : an illustrated history : an encyclopedia of musical instruments and the art of music-making
Wade-Matthews, Max2009
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This illustrated reference begins with a history of music-making, posing the questions 'What is music?' and 'What is a musical instrument?' Each of the principal ancient civilizations is investigated, with information about key developments and musical traditions.
Main title:
Music : an illustrated history : an encyclopedia of musical instruments and the art of music-making / Max Wade-Matthews ; consultant, William Mival.
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Imprint:
London : Lorenz, 2009.
Collation:
256 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), ports. (chiefly col.) ; 23 cm.
Notes:
Originally published: as The world encyclopedia of musical instruments. 2000.Includes index.
ISBN:
9780754819783 (hbk)0754819787 (hbk)
Dewey class:
784.1'9'03
Language:
English
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BRN:
51794
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