Orchestra: A Collection of 23 Essays on Its Origins and Transformations

By: Peyser, Joan

Book Overview

The symphonic orchestra is intriguingly considered in essays by 23 leading music authors and thinkers. Topics include historical beginnings, the role of the conductor, the orchestral audience, the nature of the repertoire, and how recordings have affected the modern orchestra. With a new editor's introduction for this 2006 edition and a glossary of terms.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1423410262
• ISBN13: 9781423410263
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
• Length: 658 Pages
• Weight: 1.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.4" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Different and comprehensive!

This is a wonderful collection of essays that have different perspectives about the development of the orchestra. It's an easy read and very informative. This book is a must have for any instrumental music director!!!

Essay Collection on Origins & Transformations Orchestra

Well written compendium on the origins and transformations of the orchestra over time.Although above the level of the newcomer, this has much info which will inform and interest music lovers of all levels in classical music interest.It is thorough in its coverage of instrument development, composers, conductors, electronic recording, concerts, vocal vs. instrumental, etc.