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This collection of specially commissioned essays offers an accessible introduction to the history of the piano, performance styles, and its vast repertoire. Part 1 reviews the evolution of the piano, from its earliest forms up to the most recent developments, including the acoustics of the instrument. Part 2 explores the varied repertory in its social and stylistic contexts, including contemporary music, with a final chapter on jazz, blues and ragtime. The Companion also contains a glossary of important terms and will be a valuable source for the piano performer, student and enthusiast.

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Book category Books in English The arts Music Musical instruments & instrumental ensembles

• Full title: Cambridge Companion to the Piano
• Author: David Rowland
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 260
• EAN: 9780521479868
• ISBN: 052147986X
• ID: 04092082
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Weight: 452 g
• Dimensions: 244 × 171 × 14 mm
• Date of publishing: 19. November 1998

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