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Un preludio y un postludio abren y cierran respectivamente la descripción de cada uno de los procesos por los que pasa el piano llamado K0861 desde su nacimiento hasta el final de su construcción, teniendo como telon de fondo la vida de la familia que lo creo -los alemanes Steinweg, que a su llegada a EEUU americanizaron su apellido por el de Steinway- narrando asi los cambios historicos, sociales y empresariales a traves de una familia y de los celebres personajes que compartieron con ella la evolucion del piano, desde Horowitz hasta John Biss pasando por Marta Algerich.

Curso práctico para iniciarse en el conocimiento musical de la guitarra. La primera parte expone teóricamente el uso de este instrumento, su historia y unas nociones sobre el pentagrama, el compás, los acordes, etc. La segunda parte son ejercicios practicos y partituras famosas que se ven complementadas por la forma de atril del libro, que puede colocarse de pie para asegurar su facil manejo.

Este libro incluye todo lo necesario para empezar a tocar el piano. Las ilustraciones y fotografías te permitirán seguir los pasos con facilidad, aprenderás a leer partituras, a colocar los dedos en cada nota y adquirir soltura y coordinacion. Descubriras como funcionan las escalas, los acordes y otros componentes basicos del mundo de la musica.

Una obra eminentemente práctica, que ofrece la posibilidad de llegar a dominar este complejo instrumento a través de la ejecución continuada de una cuidada selección de ejercicios, ordenados de acuer

This book addresses core questions about the role of materials in general and of wood in particular in the construction of string instruments used in the modern symphony orchestra - violins, violas, cellos and basses. Further attention is given to materials for classical guitars, harps, harpsichords and pianos. While some of the approaches discussed are traditional, most of them depend upon new scientific approaches to the study of the structure of materials, such as for example wood cell structure, which is visible only using modern high resolution microscopic techniques. Many examples of modern and classical instruments are examined, together with the relevance of classical techniques for the treatment of wood. Composite materials, especially designed for soundboards could be a good substitute for some traditional wood species. The body and soundboard of the instrument are of major importance for their acoustical properties, but the study also examines traditional and new wood species used for items such as bows, the instrument neck, string pegs, etc. Wood species' properties for musical instruments and growth origins of woods used by great makers such as Antonio Stradivari are examined and compared with more recently grown woods available to current makers. The role of varnish in the appearance and acoustics of the final instrument is also discussed, since it has often been proposed as a `secret ingredient' used by great makers. Aspects related to strings are commented.As well as discussing these subjects, with many illustrations from classical and contemporary instruments, the book gives attention to conservation and restoration of old instruments and the physical results of these techniques. There is also discussion of the current value of old instruments both for modern performances and as works of art having great monetary value.The book will be of interest and value to researchers, advanced students, music historians, and contemporary string instrument makers. Musicians in general, particularly those playing string instruments, will also find its revelations fascinating. It will also attract the attention of those using wood for a variety of other purposes, for its use in musical instruments uncovers many of its fundamental features.Professor Neville H. FletcherAustralian National University, Canberra

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Un método de fácil comprensión, práctico y entretenido, para aprender a interpretar la flauta paso a paso, basado en explicar las posiciones correctas de las manos sobre el teclado por medio de gran cantidad de diagramas, y en el que se ha intentado evitar, en lo posible, el máximo de tecnicismos.

A first book for instruction in group, class or individual lessons. Uses familiar hymns and folksongs to give a thorough musical background.These are the original editions of the ever-popular instruction books for various instruments by C. Paul Herfurth. The books are packed full of lessons, illustrations, fingering charts, daily practice records, test questions, and manuscript paper for homework. Perfect for use in group lessons, school classes, or for individual lessons.