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Book SynopsisThe Brass Instrument Owner's Handbook is the second in a series of musical instrument owner's handbooks. Following the structure of The String Instrument Owner's Handbook (2015), this book provides professionals, musicians, teachers, students, and individuals interested in brass instruments with an abundance of knowledge. A touchstone work for both uninitiated and advanced players, The Brass Instrument Owner's Handbook provides a roadmap for every step of the owning process from selecting and buying (or renting) to maintaining, repairing, modifying, upgrading, and even re-selling your instrument. Chapters answer such questions as: Where did these instruments come from? What are the different kinds of historical and contemporary brass instruments? How do these instruments work? Who makes them and how? How do I choose and buy a brass instrument? How do I rent one? How do I take care of my brass instrument? And so much more. The book also provides readers with an instrument diary and in-d
Table of Contents1. An Overview of the History of Music 2. Sound Production 3. Non-fretted String Instruments Defined 4. The History of Non-fretted String Instruments 5. How Non-fretted Instruments Work 6. Brass Instruments Defined 7. The History of Brass Instruments 8. How Brass Instruments Work 9. Woodwind Instruments Defined 10. The History of Woodwind Instruments 11. How Woodwind Instrument Work 12. Percussion Instruments Defined 13. The History of Percussion Instruments 14. How Percussion Instruments Work 15. Form in Music 16. Music Theory 17. Ensembles 18. Anatomy of an Opera 19. The Role of the Conductor 20. Conclusion
