Books about Instruments

Slipping pegs, stuck end pins, warped bows, and leaning bridges - all of these are familiar problems for the orchestra teacher. What can be done to prevent wood from cracking or strings from fraying? These

What instrument brands provide the best value? Are used instruments a good investment? What mouthpiece should beginners use? Single or double horn? Is there a way to make it easier for beginners to play the

Why does the low register of any woodwind instrument respond poorly? Where can you purchase good double reeds? What should you do when a woodwind instrument cracks? What options are needed on a school oboe

Why does that snare drum sound like a cardboard box? Why don't the pedals on the timpani stay in position? What kind of cymbals should I buy for a drum set? Why does the bass drum rattle when struck? These

Useful as a college woodwind methods class or as a quick reference manual for school band and orchestra directors, this volume provides concise descriptions of instrument similarities and differences,