The Study Of Orchestration
The Study of Orchestration by Samuel Adler, first published in 1982 by W.W. Norton.
This comprehensive textbook is a cornerstone for music students and composers, offering a deep dive into the techniques, timbres, and textures of orchestral writing. Adler covers everything from the individual characteristics of instruments to full orchestral scoring, with hundreds of musical examples that illustrate key concepts.
It’s widely used in conservatories and universities, praised for its clarity, breadth, and practical approach to orchestration. If you're serious about composing or just want to understand how the orchestra works from the inside out, this is a classic worth studying.
First Edition, First Printing
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- W.W. Norton & Co.
- 039395188X
- January 1, 1982
- Actual Photo
- 560
- L 24.1cm x W 16.3cm x H 3.5cm
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