| |
|
|
Books of Related Interest
Cremona Violins and Varnish
|
Charles Reade - A book on the history, techniques,
and development of the violin makers of the Cremona school - Amati, Stradivari,
Guarneri, and many others. Readers will find the discussion on varnishes of
special interest. A facsimile reprint of four articles published in 1872.
Paperbound book, 40 pages.
|
|
CR050
|
Cremona Violins and Varnish
|
$4.95
|
Antonio Stradivari - His Life & Work
|
Hill, Hill & Hill - One of the great works of musicology,
fabulously rare in the original edition. The definitive work on Stradivari. Includes
construction methods, woods, varnishes, and known instruments. Introduction
by Sidney Beck. 98 illustrations, 315 pages, paperbound.
|
|
D20425
|
Antonio Stradivari - His Life & Work
|
$12.95
|
The Violin Makers of the Guarneri Family
|
Hill, Hill & Hill - This well illustrated volume is both
a history of the Guarneri family and the definitive commentary on their craftsmanship.
Each of the five great family craftsmen are explored.
|
|
D26061
|
The Violin Makers of the Guarneri Family
|
$22.95
|
Pearl Inlay
|
J. E. Patterson - Covering all aspects of pearl work,
this illustrated manual is a standard reference for luthiers, repair shops, and
custom craftsmen. Abalone and mother-of-pearl are examined in detail.
A must for all inlay craftsmen.
|
Manual of Traditional Woodcarving
|
Paul Hasluck - This volume is the definitive work on
traditional woodcarving. The instructions are well-organized, easy-to-follow, and
complete. Republication of a 1911 edition. Paperbound book, 568 pages,
1146 illustrations, working drawings, and photographs.
|
|
D23489
|
Manual of Traditional Woodcarving
|
$14.95
|
Handbood of Ornament
|
F. S. Meyer - This is the largest collection of classical
art motifs ever compiled. It contains over 3000 line drawings. For designers and
craftsmen, this book will provide a wealth of ideas. Paperbound book, 548 pages.
|
|
D20302
|
Constructing a Bluegrass Mandolin
|
$14.95
|
Science & Music
|
Sir James Jeans - Scientific principles of musical sound
are described in a precise, but non-technical way. Covers the properties, transmission,
production, and reproduction of sound, harmony and discord, etc. Paperbound book, 273 pages.
|
|
D61964
|
Science & Music
|
$12.95
|
On the Sensations of Tone
|
Hermann Helmholtz - One of the great scientific classics.
It bridges the gap between the natural sciences and music theory and is a treasury
of knowledge for musicians, musical instrument builders, and students of music.
Difficult scientific concepts are explained simply and easily. Paperbound, 576 pages.
|
|
D60753
|
On the Sensations of Tone
|
$22.95
|
Piano Tuning
|
J. Cree Fischer - A simple and accurate method for amateurs.
You will learn a professional method of tuning which is well suited for the beginning tuner
working alone without a teacher. You will also learn how various actions work, and how
to take care of small repairs. Paperbound book, 210 pages.
|
|
D23267
|
Piano Tuning
|
$8.95
|
Antique Musical Instruments
|
Filippo Bonanni - This book will be invaluable to musicians and
craftsmen interested in the history of musical instruments, particularly those of the early
18th century and before. These engravings cover all the standard musical instruments,
as well as many other unusual instruments. Paperbound, 305 pages.
|
|
D21179
|
Antique Musical Instruments
|
$11.95
|
Bluegrass Songbook
|
Peter Wernick - With over 130 songs and useful material
on technical and artistic aspects of bluegrass singing, this is truly the book for the
bluegrass singer. Includes many different styles from traditional to gospel to new styles.
|
|
MS01649
|
Bluegrass Songbook
|
$12.95
|
|
|
|
|