The Orchestra and Orchestral Music

By W.J. Henderson

Book Overview

The Orchestra And Orchestral Music is a book written by William James Henderson and originally published in 1899. This book provides a comprehensive overview of orchestral music and the workings of an orchestra. It covers the history of orchestral music, the different types of instruments used in an orchestra, and the roles of each instrument in creating the overall sound of the orchestra. The book also explores the different styles of orchestral music, including classical, romantic, and modern, and provides examples of famous orchestral works from each era. In addition, Henderson discusses the importance of conducting and the role of the conductor in bringing together the various elements of an orchestra to create a cohesive performance. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about orchestral music and the inner workings of an orchestra.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: 1104397978
• ISBN13: 9781104397975
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"