| The Philadelphia Orchestra: A Century of Music Contributor(s): Ardoin, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 156639712X ISBN-13: 9781566397124 Publisher: Temple University Press OUR PRICE: $97.38 Product Type: Hardcover Published: November 1999 Annotation: Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 photos and engagingly written, this book has something exciting to offer every music lover. Twelve prominent writers celebrate the 100th anniversary of this world-renowned symphony orchestra by detailing the rich musical history of Philadelphia and a century of great musical traditions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Genres & Styles - Classical - Music | History & Criticism - General |
| Dewey: 784.206 |
| LCCN: 99010969 |
| Physical Information: 1.06" H x 9.37" W x 12.33" (3.60 lbs) 256 pages |
| Themes: - Locality - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Geographic Orientation - Pennsylvania - Cultural Region - Mid-Atlantic |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Philadelphia Orchestra. It describes some its most reknowned musical directors such as Stotowski and Muti, and introduces the musicians and supporters who make it possible, as well as examining the orchestra's educational programmes. |