The Technique of Orchestration, 2nd Edition

This masterful textbook emphasizes the fundamentals of orchestration. Following a brief introduction to the orchestra, the authors discuss the instruments individually. then by section, and finally in the full orchestral context. Suitable for beginning orchestration courses, the book also contains more advanced material. Features of this highly acclaimed text include: * Up-to-date information on instruments * Examples from scores of various periods and styles * Lists of suggested assignments, music suitable for scoring assignments, and music for suggested listening * Short chapters on scoring for school orchestra and oat nonorchestral instrumental groups, including band and wind ensemble