A Guide To The Harpsichord
Ann Bond
Amadeus Press
133 S.W. Second Avenue, Suite 450, Portland OR 97204-3527
1574670271  $29.95  1-800-327-5680

Ann Bond's A Guide To The Harpsichord is a practical, "reader friendly" guide
to one of the truly classical instruments of European music which treats the
mechanics and evolution of the instrument while offering an informative survey
of thematically appropriate literature. Students of the Harpsichord will find a
wealth of advice on touch and technique (including articulation and fingering),
along with a lucid exposition of the issues involved in historical performance
practice accompanied by a clear explanation of ornamentation. A Guide To The
Harpsichord is an invaluable reference manual and history for students of the
instrument, as well as a highly recommended addition to music history and
classical music department reference library collections.

Santorella Publications, Ltd.
13 Pleasant Ave., Danvers, MA 01923
$7.95 each  1-877-600-0049

Santorella Publications has earned a justifiable reputation for excellence in
the field of music publishing. A series of outstanding collections especially
suited for the novice pianist are their "Easy Piano" titles and covering a
series of ethnic themes. This enthusiastically recommended series includes
Italian Favorites For Easy Piano (TS122); Irish Favorites For Easy Piano
(TS121); German Favorites For Easy Piano (TS123); Polish Favorites For Easy
Piano (TS125); Greek Favorites For Easy Piano (TS127); Russian Favorites For
Easy Piano (TS126); Latin Favorites For Easy Piano (TS166); and Jewish
Favorites For Easy Piano (TS124). Each of  these 32 page collections features
classic scores and lyrics effectively arranged so that they will be especially
appreciated by students learning to hone their skills at the keyboard.

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