Mitchell, James
The Pipe Organ: A Composer's Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9780197645291
- author:
- Mitchell, James
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 2.6 x 1.3 centimetres (0.
- Genre:
- Music, Genres & Styles, Classical,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Pipe Organ: A Composer's Guide by James Mitchell is a practical guide for composers looking to write idiomatically for the organ. This in-depth book offers advice on notation, registration, and writing for manuals and pedals, as well as using the organ in ensembles. With multiple musical examples from across the history of organ repertoire, including contemporary composers and music, this book aims to show what organ music can be. The author provides guidance tailored to non-classical musicians, such as advice on virtual instruments, making it accessible to a wide range of composers. The online companion website offers additional resources, including video demonstrations, chapter summaries, and sample organ stop-lists. By exploring the full potential of the modern organ, this book helps composers exploit its unique timbral and technical capabilities, resulting in a more expressive and engaging sound.
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