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The Study of Orchestration

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The Study of Orchestration by Samuel Adler is an essential guide for understanding the unique qualities of orchestral instruments and mastering the art of composition. This Fourth Edition enriches learning with online audio and video resources, providing an immersive experience in orchestration. It also expands coverage on writing for band, making it a comprehensive resource for students and composers alike.
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Ideal for music students, aspiring composers, and educators seeking a thorough and practical approach to orchestration.

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The book that set the standard for orchestration texts.

with Audio and Video Recordings (360 days of access)

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Written by a renowned composer whose works have been performed by major orchestras around the world, The Study of Orchestration is the only text that explores the characteristics of orchestral instruments and shows students how a master composer approaches orchestration. The Fourth Edition invites students to experience the instruments through online audio and video recordings and now offers more coverage of writing for band.

Access to the recordings is included with every new copy and is good for 360 days.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393600520

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Multiple-component retail product

Date Published: 01 June 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Edition: Fourth Edition

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 206.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 1555g

Pages: 1024

About the Author

Samuel Adler is Professor Emeritus at the Eastman School of Music and the Juilliard School of Music. He has been a visiting professor at many schools throughout the country and abroad, giving master classes in composition, orchestration, and conducting. Adler’s compositions have been performed worldwide by orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Chicago Symphony. His works have been recorded on numerous labels, including Naxos, Albany, RCA, Crystal, New World, and PARMA.

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