Wind Band Activity In and Around New York ca. 1830-1950
| Author | : Frank J. Cipolla |
| Publisher | : Alfred Music |
| Total Pages | : 148 |
| Release | : |
| ISBN-10 | : 145742276X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781457422768 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (6X Downloads) |
Download or read book Wind Band Activity In and Around New York ca. 1830-1950 written by Frank J. Cipolla and published by Alfred Music. This book was released on with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rich history and tradition of the American wind band was heavily influenced by the influx of immigrants into the New York area during the 19th and 20th centuries. With their varied cultural backgrounds, building upon their diverse musical experiences and a wide variety of instruments and ensemble instrumentation, the seeds for the contemporary American wind band were planted. The story of the American wind band is revealed in this diverse collection of essays. Fascinating reading for band scholars everywhere!
