The Violin

Provides new perspectives on the violin's beloved concert repertoire, its diverse roles in indigenous musical traditions on four continents, and its metaphorical presence in visual arts and literature.

With a colorful history that spans 450 years, the violin has proven to be one of the world's most important and versatile instruments. Addressed to performing musicians, serious concertgoers, and collectors of recordings, The Violin offers insightful,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1580465064
• ISBN13: 9781580465069
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: University of Rochester Press
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.3"