Giraffes, Black Dragons, and Other Pianos: A Technological History from Cristofori to the Modern Concert Grand, Second Edition
Chronicles the technological evolution of the piano from Cristofori’s invention through centuries of design improvements to the modern concert grand.
About This Book
This book traces the development of the piano from its origins in the early eighteenth century to the sophisticated concert instruments of today.
It examines the mechanical innovations introduced by Cristofori and subsequent builders that shaped the instrument’s sound and playability.
The narrative covers changes in design, materials, and manufacturing techniques across more than two centuries of piano making.
Readers gain insight into how technological advances influenced both the construction and the musical capabilities of the piano.
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