The Art Of The Player-Piano: A Textbook For Student And Teacher (1922)

By Sydney Grew

Book Overview

The Art of the Player-Piano: A Textbook for Student and Teacher is a comprehensive guide to understanding and playing the player-piano, written by Sydney Grew and originally published in 1922. The book provides detailed information on the history and construction of the player-piano, as well as instructions for playing and maintaining the instrument. It covers topics such as the mechanics of the player-piano, the different types of rolls and their interpretation, and the various techniques used in playing the instrument. The book also includes a number of musical examples and exercises to help students develop their skills. Aimed at both students and teachers, The Art of the Player-Piano is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about this unique and fascinating instrument.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437123023
• ISBN13: 9781437123029
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"