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Sounds Of The Silk Road: Musical Instruments Of Asia: Musical Instruments of Asia,Used
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From the cymbals and gongs used by Chinese priests use to invoke deities to the oboes and drums of Turkish weddings, music and its related instruments are an integral part of life throughout Asia. Sounds of the Silk Road surveys the instruments of Asia and the traditions that have engendered them, offering the reader ways to approach these often unfamiliar objects and the music they produce. This beautiful book is the first to deal with this topic in such depth and breadth, and is the first to feature of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's worldrenowned collection of Asian instruments. Each chapter focuses on a specific country's musical traditions and instruments. Some 50 instruments are highlighted, ranging from silkstringed zithers to shell trumpets and from doubleheaded drums made from human skulls to the complex Javanese gamelan. Intended for the general reader, this visually stunning volume introduces the uses, sounds, history, playing technique, decoration and symbolism of Asia's skillfully crafted and fascinatingly diverse musical instruments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sounds Of The Silk Road'? A: The book primarily surveys the musical instruments of Asia, exploring their cultural significance and the traditions associated with them.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Sounds Of The Silk Road' is Mitchell Clark.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Sounds Of The Silk Road'? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Sounds Of The Silk Road' published? A: The book was published on August 15, 2005.
- Q: What kind of musical instruments are covered in this book? A: The book highlights around 50 different musical instruments, including zithers, trumpets, and drums, showcasing a diverse range of Asian musical traditions.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is intended for the general reader, making it accessible for those who may be new to the topic.
- Q: Does the book include images of the instruments? A: Yes, the book is visually stunning and includes images that illustrate the instruments and their cultural contexts.
- Q: What unique instruments are mentioned in 'Sounds Of The Silk Road'? A: The book discusses unique instruments such as double-headed drums made from human skulls and the complex Javanese gamelan.