The Piano

In 1701, Bartolomeo Christofori, a musician employed by the Medicis, invented the first piano by modifying a harpsichord. This program discusses how this popular instrument has changed over the years (except for its hammers), and how its flexibility and expressiveness have inspired composers such as...

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Corporate Authors: Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm), Films Media Group, West Six Media
Format: Electronic Video
Language:English
Published: New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2007]
Series:History of musical instruments.
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Online Access:Streaming video (Emerson users only)
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