Now in its second edition the acclaimed volume is more than a book about the contrabass, but an introduction to string playing at a time in the history of Western music when timbre has finally ascended to its rightful role among musical parameters. It articulates the real musical image and potential of the contrabass, and introduces new concepts, aesthetics, and techniques.
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"A first rate book for aspiring composers. The drawings are clear, as are the explanations of ideas and sounds; the variety of material is tremendous and it is very easy to use, with the authoritative clarity which abounds in every chapter. It is both scholarly and inspiring, definitive and comprehensive; a milestone in the search for new timbres which is the cornerstone of Turetzky's philosophy, at the same time futuristic and deeply traditional. The search for timbre is also the search for beauty." -- Contact
"[A] most instructive book . . . an important handbook for composers and players alike." -- The Musical Times
"[A] most instructive book . . . an important handbook for composers and players alike." -- The Musical Times
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Bertram Turetzky, the foremost contrabassist in America today, is a member of the Music Department at the University of California, San Diego.
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It's a GREAT resource!!!!,
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This review is from: The Contemporary Contrabass (New Instrumentation) (Paperback)
As a bass player and composer, I have used this book several times to get accurate string bass technique names, notations and methods. The book is clearly written overall and contains several short excerpts and references to modern solo bass literature. Anyone interested in expanding their double bass playing techniques, or writing music featuring the bass will be happy with this book.
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