The History of Musical Instruments and documents trends in contemporary

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Beginning with a history of whittling and woodcarving

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The History of Musical Instruments and documents trends in contemporaryThis first comprehensive history of musical instruments, this book ranges from prehistoric times to the 20th century. It traverses five continents and every stage of evolution, from primitive rattles and bull roarers to the electric organ. Author Curt Sachs, one of the world's most distinguished musicologists, combines rich scholarship with personal insight in a remarkable fusion of music, anthropology, and the fine arts. Beginning with the earliest