- Hardcover: 368 pages
- Publisher: Indiana University Press; Har/Com Re edition (13 Aug 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0253348935
- ISBN-13: 978-0253348937
- Product Dimensions: 25.9 x 18.5 x 2.8 cm
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- #41 in Books > Music, Stage & Screen > Music > Instruments > Harp
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Reviews of the first edition: "Harpists, harp fanciers and organologists will need no encouragement to devour Roslyn Rensch's third book on this subject ... " Times Literary Supplement " ... this is a book that should be in every music collection ... " Notes "A fine achievement, recommended for all libraries." Choice "This is a must for harp performers, students, and enthusiasts who wish to have a thoroughly researched historical survey in one convenient volume." Musick
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Revising her classic 1989 book Harps and Harpists, Roslyn Rensch expands her authoritative history of this timeless instrument. This lavishly illustrated edition, with 137 black-and-white images and 24 color plates, surveys the progress of the harp from antiquity to the present day. The new edition includes two new chapters; an extensive bibliography and index; personal anecdotes of the author's studies under Alberto Salvi; an appendix on the Roslyn Rensch Papers and Harp Collection, which are housed at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign; and an hour-long CD of harp music.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
excellent!
22 Feb 2009
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My grandchild is studying the harp, seriously, now composing her own pieces and winning competitions. This book was her favorite gift last Christmas. It's comprehensive and beautifully presented. If you have a budding harpist in your family, this is an excellent gift, offering both information and incentive. If you simply love harp music, this book will enhance your understanding of this instrument and its history.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
A NATIONAL TREASURE BY A NATIONAL TREASURE
15 Aug 2007
Format:Hardcover
I AM FORTUNATE TO KNOW DR. RENSCH PERSONALLY AND I CONSIDER OUR FRIENDSHIP AN HONOR.
I KNOW THAT YOU WILL ENJOY LEARNING MORE ABOUT THIS AUTHOR WHO IS ALSO A DEDICATED AND GIFTED PERFORMER OF THE HARP.
HARPS AND HARPISTS, REVISED IS A WONDERFUL COLLECTION OF INFORMATION, PICTURES, HISTORY AND ALL THINGS HARP.
HARPS AND HARPISTS HAS BEEN THE LIFE STUDY AND JOY OF ROSLYN RENSCH.
WE CAN ACQUIRE THIS KNOWLEDGE AND INSIGHT INTO THE WORLD AND HISTORY OF THE HARP. WE CAN LEARN FROM DR. RENSCH'S 80 PLUS YEARS AS A LADY DEDICATED TO THE HARP.
BY PURCHASING THIS BOOK, YOU WILL BE IMMERSED IN THE WORLD OF THE HARP AND THE BEAUTY OF THAT INSTRUMENT.
A VERY NICE PLACE TO BE.
THE HARP IS UNIVERSAL, HISTORICAL AND WILL CONTINUE TO THRIVE.
AS ROSLYN SAYS...PLAY ON.
ENJOY.
I KNOW THAT YOU WILL ENJOY LEARNING MORE ABOUT THIS AUTHOR WHO IS ALSO A DEDICATED AND GIFTED PERFORMER OF THE HARP.
HARPS AND HARPISTS, REVISED IS A WONDERFUL COLLECTION OF INFORMATION, PICTURES, HISTORY AND ALL THINGS HARP.
HARPS AND HARPISTS HAS BEEN THE LIFE STUDY AND JOY OF ROSLYN RENSCH.
WE CAN ACQUIRE THIS KNOWLEDGE AND INSIGHT INTO THE WORLD AND HISTORY OF THE HARP. WE CAN LEARN FROM DR. RENSCH'S 80 PLUS YEARS AS A LADY DEDICATED TO THE HARP.
BY PURCHASING THIS BOOK, YOU WILL BE IMMERSED IN THE WORLD OF THE HARP AND THE BEAUTY OF THAT INSTRUMENT.
A VERY NICE PLACE TO BE.
THE HARP IS UNIVERSAL, HISTORICAL AND WILL CONTINUE TO THRIVE.
AS ROSLYN SAYS...PLAY ON.
ENJOY.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Just as hoped for
14 April 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a beginning harpist, I am anxious to learn more about anything to do with the instrument.
The book is rich in historical content and lovely pictures. The included CD is an added pleasure as well.
Worth your money.
The book is rich in historical content and lovely pictures. The included CD is an added pleasure as well.
Worth your money.
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