Heart and Hands: Musical Instruments Makers of America (Heart & Hand Series) (Hardcover)

~ Nancy Ellis (Editor), Robert Bailey (Editor), Jake Jacobson (Photographer)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Photographer and jazz musician Jacobson presents a lavishly illustrated chronicle of handmade musical instruments in America. From simple bamboo flutes, to experimental instruments, to world class guitars and violins, Jacobson shows that the level of artistry and craftsmanship of these handmade masterpieces rivals any of their Old World predecessors. Some 250 instrument makers are interviewed, and their careful work is documented in 350 illustrations. Jacobson's beautiful photographs pay tribute to the dedication and passion expressed in the handwork of these creative artists, many of them unheralded. His words and images reveal their joy in working with their hands, as well as a deep love for music that led many of these artisans to give up lucrative careers and follow their hearts. Perhaps more of a photo book than a textual treatment, this is eminently browsable. Highly recommended.AEric C. Shoaf, Brown Univ. Lib., Providence, RI
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 280 pages
• Publisher: Konemann; illustrated edition edition (June 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3829024088
• ISBN-13: 978-3829024082
• Product Dimensions: 12.6 x 10.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,550,070 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Incredibly moving book, March 4, 2001

By A Customer

This is a huge book, full of beautiful photographs from musical instrument makers all across America. The photos are so well done that you feel you are right there. There are many intriguing quotes throughout the book from all of the instrument makers, that let you get into their thoughts and understand what motivates them. But each picture is worth a thousand words. Recommended.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saw the Smithsonian exhibit, March 17, 2002

By	Bill Smallwood (Mesa, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

These are the pictures displayed in the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries building over the winter of 2001/2002. The people, the props (instruments), and the settings are all captivating. Catch the exhibit if you can!