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Familiar to conductors, orchestra managers, and music librarians, this compact sourcebook provides information necessary to plan orchestral programs and organize rehearsals: instrumentation, duration, and source of performance materials. The new third edition features 4500 compositions that cover the standard repertoire for American orchestras (a 30% increase over the second edition), better intelligibility in individual entries, and a more useful system of appendixes.One series of appendixes presents categorical lists of various sorts solo voice, solo instrumentation, duration, and chorus aiding the user in finding pieces that conform to a desired characteristic. Another appendix lists composers grouped by their nationality, ethnicity, or other category useful in programming (e.g., women composers). Yet another appendix lists significant anniversaries of composers, which is useful for someone who wants to plan an orchestra program to celebrate a composer's birth or death. Finally, the handbook provides addresses and phone numbers for publishers and additional information resources.
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- Q: What is the main purpose of the book 'Orchestral Music'? A: The book 'Orchestral Music' serves as a comprehensive sourcebook for conductors, orchestra managers, and music librarians, providing essential information to plan orchestral programs and organize rehearsals efficiently.
- Q: How many compositions are included in the third edition of 'Orchestral Music'? A: The third edition of 'Orchestral Music' includes 4500 compositions, which is a 30% increase compared to the second edition.
- Q: What features does the book provide to assist in programming orchestral concerts? A: The book includes categorical lists in its appendixes, such as solo voice, solo instrumentation, and significant anniversaries of composers, aiding users in selecting pieces based on specific characteristics.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Orchestral Music'? A: The author of 'Orchestral Music' is David Daniels.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Orchestral Music'? A: The book is categorized as a 'Used Book in Good Condition' and is noted for being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Orchestral Music' have? A: The book 'Orchestral Music' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Orchestral Music' published? A: The book was published on November 21, 1996.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Orchestral Music'? A: The book contains a total of 632 pages.
- Q: What editions of 'Orchestral Music' are available? A: The current listing is for the 'Third Edition' of 'Orchestral Music'.
- Q: Can 'Orchestral Music' be useful for planning anniversary concerts? A: Yes, the book includes an appendix that lists significant anniversaries of composers, which is helpful for planning concerts to celebrate a composer’s birth or death.