The Orchestra

by Ebenezer Prout

Thorough treatise on the elements, character, and function of orchestral sound defines how each section of the orchestra functions both alone and in concert with others. Commentary includes excerpts from Berlioz, Brahms, Wagner, Rossini, Haydn, Tchaikovsky, Beethoven. "A useful tool for learning or teaching beginning composition." — Music Educators Journal.

Genres: Music

577 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 1899

Reviews

[David]

A great source for getting to know a little more orchestration! It explains everything in a nice, easy-to-read style, and is a source of endless information.