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Title: The Cambridge Companion to the Saxophone Condition: New Author: Richard Ingham Contributor: Richard Ingham (Edited by) Format: Paperback EAN: 9780521596664 ISBN: 9780521596664 Publisher: Cambridge University Press Genre: Music Dance & Theatre Release Date: 13/02/1999 Description: The Cambridge Companion to the Saxophone, first published in 1999, tells the story of the saxophone, its history and technical development from Adolphe Sax (who invented it c. 1840) to the end of the twentieth century. It includes extensive accounts of the instrument's history in jazz, rock and classical music as well as providing practical performance guides. Discussion of the repertoire and soloists from 1850 to the present day includes accessible descriptions of contemporary techniques and trends, and moves into the electronic age with midi wind instruments. There is a discussion of the function of the saxophone in the orchestra, in 'light music' and in rock and pop studios, as well as of the saxophone quartet as an important chamber music medium. The contributors to this volume are some of the finest performers and experts on the saxophone. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 244mm Item Length: 170mm Item Width: 13mm Item Weight: 400g Book Series: Cambridge Companions to Music Release Year: 1999
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