The Cambridge companion to the piano / edited by David Rowland.

Other author Rowland, David (David E.), 1957- editor.
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, ©1998.
Descriptionxiv, 244 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Piano.
Piano--History and criticism.
Piano music--History and criticism.

SeriesCambridge companions to music
Cambridge companions to music. ^A371619
Contents The piano to c.1770 / David Rowland -- Pianos and pianists c.1770-c.1825 / David Rowland -- The piano since c.1825 / David Rowland -- The virtuoso tradition / Kenneth Hamilton -- Pianists on record in the early twentieth century / Robert Philip -- The acoustics of the piano / Bernard Richardson -- Repertory and canon / Dorothy de Val and Cyril Ehrlich -- The music of the early pianists (to c.1830) / David Rowland -- Piano music for concert hall and salon c.1830-1900 / J. Barrie Jones -- Nationalism / J. Barrie Jones -- New horizons in the twentieth century / Mervyn Cooke -- Ragtime, blues, jazz and popular music / Brian Priestley.
Abstract 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.
Local noteLittle-309037--305131014758
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 235-237) and index.
LCCN 97041860
ISBN0521474701 (hb)
ISBN052147986X (pbk.)

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Music Music Stacks ML650 .C3 1998 ✔ Available Place Hold