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The Manufacture Of Pianoforte Action: Its Rise And Development (1904)

The Manufacture Of Pianoforte Action: Its Rise And Development (1904)

Bros, Strauch

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ISBN10: 1120901898
ISBN13: 9781120901897
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Manufacture Of Pianoforte Action: Its Rise And Development is a book written by Bros and Strauch in 1904. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of the pianoforte action, which is the mechanism that produces sound in a piano. The authors provide a detailed account of the evolution of the pianoforte action from its earliest origins to the most modern designs. The book begins with a brief history of the piano and its predecessors, including the harpsichord and clavichord. It then delves into the various components of the pianoforte action, such as the keys, hammers, and dampers, and explains how they work together to produce sound. The authors also discuss the different types of pianoforte actions, including the English, Viennese, and American actions, and provide detailed descriptions of each.Throughout the book, Bros and Strauch provide numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the various components and mechanisms of the pianoforte action. They also offer practical advice for those involved in the manufacture and maintenance of pianos, including tips for tuning and regulating the action.Overall, The Manufacture Of Pianoforte Action: Its Rise And Development is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and mechanics of the piano. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the development of the pianoforte action and is sure to be of interest to musicians, piano technicians, and piano enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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