Tomes, Susan,

The Piano : a history in 100 pieces / Susan Tomes. - 388 pages, illustrations ; 24 cm

"A fascinating history of the piano explored through 100 pieces chosen by one of the UK’s most renowned concert pianists. An astonishingly versatile instrument, the piano allows just two hands to play music of great complexity and subtlety. For more than two hundred years, it has brought solo and collaborative music into homes and concert halls and has inspired composers in every musical genre—from classical to jazz and light music." Book cover

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020247806 UK


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