| Old Violins Contributor(s): Haweis, H. R. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1444609351 ISBN-13: 9781444609356 Publisher: Tobey Press OUR PRICE: $36.09 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2009 Annotation: Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Musical Instruments - Strings - Music | History & Criticism - General - Antiques & Collectibles |
| Physical Information: 0.71" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.89 lbs) 318 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: "Old Violins" deals with the history of the violin, exploring notable makers, platers, developments, events, and much more. Concentrating on Europe, it primarily looks at the Cremona And Brescia, and those who made and played them in England, France, and Germany. This volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the violin and it's clourfu history. Contents include: "Violin Genesis", "Violin Constitution", "Violins at Brescia", "Violins at Cremona", "Violins in Germany", "Violins in France", "Violins in England", "Violin Varnish", "Violin Springs", "Violin Bows", "Violin Tarisio", "Violins at Mirecourt, Mittenwald, and Markeukirchen", "Violin Treatment", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of the violin. |