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The Technique of the Modern Orchestra
Widor Manual Of Practical Instrumentation Book
‘The Technique of the Modern Orchestra’, also known as the *Widor Manual of Practical Instrumentation*, is an influential guide by Charles-Marie Widor, celebrated organist, composer, and professor at the Paris Conservatoire.
Written as a complement to Berlioz’s earlier treatise on instrumentation, Widors manual offers an updated perspective full of valuable insights specific to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
This 224-page book provides a meticulous catalog of the capabilities and tonal qualities of each orchestral instrument, along with practical advice on instrumental combinations. It also suggests relevant works to study, making it a vital reference for students, instrumentalists, composers, and conductors interested in the art of orchestration. This comprehensive text is highly regarded for its attention to the subtleties of orchestration and its lasting utility as both a study and reference resource.
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