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History Of Musical Instruments And Music-Making

Explores the origins of musical instruments in different countries, with explanations of how strings, bows, reeds, valves, drum skins and keyboards produce sound. This book includes information on the evolution of the orchestra - from medieval consorts, Baroque and classical orchestras, through to the modern symphony orchestra we know today.
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Explores the origins of musical instruments in different countries, with explanations of how strings, bows, reeds, valves, drum skins & keyboards produce sound. This book

Includes::
information on the evolution of the orchestra
- from medieval consorts, Baroque & classical orchestras, through to the modern symphony orchestra we know today.

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The Works
With over 300 UK stores and more than 40000 different products in store each year, The Works is Britain's top discount book store. A well known presence on the high street, The Works was founded in 1981 to bring affordable books to the public. It now offers a large range of exciting products, including arts and crafts products, toys, gifts and seasonal products, all at discounted prices, making it a superb place to find items for hobbies and gifts for all ages. The book selection includes children's books, fiction and non-fiction books on a wide range of subjects from food and drink and craft and DIY to entertainment, autobiographies and history. Art and crafts products range from children's craft sets to sewing materials and professional artists' brushes. As well as big brands, The Works also sells their own high quality branded products.
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