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Catechism of Musical Instruments: (Guide To Instrumentation)

by D. H. Riemann
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789372256994
  • Binding: Paperback
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  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
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  • Pages: 132
  • Original Price: INR 250.0
  • Language: English
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  • Item Weight: 281 grams
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Catechism of Musical Instruments (also known as Guide to Instrumentation) by Hugo Riemann is a concise and practical reference work aimed at students and musicians. It provides clear descriptions of orchestral and band instruments, including their construction, range, tonal characteristics, and role within ensembles. Written in a question-and-answer format typical of catechisms, the guide simplifies complex concepts, making it accessible for beginners while still useful for advanced learners. Riemann’s systematic approach reflects his broader commitment to music education and theory. The work remains a valuable historical resource for understanding late 19thand early 20th-century orchestration practices.

Hugo Riemann (1849–1919) was a prominent German musicologist and theorist whose work significantly shaped modern music theory. Renowned for his studies on harmony, rhythm, and musical form, Riemann introduced influential concepts such as functional harmony and tonal functions, which remain foundational in music analysis. He authored numerous theoretical texts and helped establish musicology as an academic discipline. Though often confused with mathematician Bernhard Riemann due to their similar names, Hugo Riemann's legacy lies entirely within music. His ideas influenced generations of scholars and continue to inform contemporary music theory and pedagogy.

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