The art of clarinetistry : the acoustical mechanics of the clarinet as a basis for the art of music performance / by William H. Stubbins.
| Author/creator | Stubbins, William H. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Ann Arbor, MI : Ann Arbor Publishers, ©1965. |
| Description | iii, 313 pages : illustrations, music ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | The art of performance -- The phenomenon of sound as a basis for music -- Some qualitative and quantitative aspects of musical tone -- The acoustics of the clarinet -- The acoustical mechanics of the tone-generating system of the clarinet -- The craft of reed-making -- The acoustical evolution of the clarinet -- The measurement and design of the clarinet -- Essentials of clarinet playing -- Intonation and derivation of the scale -- Hearing ; The tuning of the clarinet ; Playing in tune -- Musicianship, phrasing of music -- Appendix I: Vibrations of air columns / V.C. Mahillion -- Appendix II: Density factors of materials -- Appendix III: The bassett horn and alto clarinet -- Appendix IV: The bass and contra-bass clarinet -- Appendix V: Calculation of the scale / V.C. Mahillion. |
| Abstract | This book is an attempt to bring together in one place, information about the clarinet concerning its acoustical nature as a sound producing tool for the raw material of music, and the mechanics of exploiting this sound production by the clarinetist as a means for realizing the philosophy involved in the art of music performance. This book is not a method book, nor an instruction book. It is hoped that this book will provide a depth of perspective and understanding by the clarinetist which will lead to a greater appreciation and enjoyment of their art. |
| Bibliography note | Bibliography: pages 308-310. |
| LCCN | 65027731 |