Music

Music is played, listened to, and loved by people all over the world. Since the beginning of civilization, people have made instruments to create basic rhythm and simple melodies. Today, complex computer technology is able to manipulate sound, providing us with a huge range of different musical styles. Music looks at the history and development of early music, the main categories of instruments -- wind, string, and percussion -- and the workings of a professional orchestra. This book also provides fascinating insights into the lives and works of famous composers, musicians, and vocalists.