This text describes the mechanics, fabrication, and acoustics of all types of pipe organs. It covers the construction of several types of pipe organ, with chapters on actions, chests, pipe work, wind supply electrical circuitry, and much more.
This text describes the mechanics, fabrication, and acoustics of all types of pipe organs. It covers the construction of several types of pipe organ, ...
The 17th century was the century of the organ in much the same way the 19th century was the century of the piano. Almost without exception, the major composers of the century wrote for the instrument, and most of them were practicing organists themselves. This historical book surveys, analyzes, and discusses the major national styles of 17th century European organ music. Due to the extraordinarily extensive body of literature produced during this 100-year period, this text includes 200 musical examples to illustrate the various styles. The book also includes brief discussions of the various...
The 17th century was the century of the organ in much the same way the 19th century was the century of the piano. Almost without exception, the major ...