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The Art of the Native American Flute

David P. McAllester

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This nicely designed and illustrated book deals with the playing and care of one of the most evocative and expressive instruments in the world- the Native American flute. This volume will delight the novice or advanced player alike with both fundamental instruction and a significant number of transcriptions from R. Carlos Nakai's various recordings. This unique book includes a fingering chart, information in performance technique, style, rhythm conventions, ornaments, and history - plus an analysis of Mr. Nakai's role in contemporary Native American culture. All exercises, solos, and duets are written in standard notation. A comprehensive discography and probing essay on "The Question of Authenticity" close this outstanding book.

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Canyon Records Prod.

Release: January 01, 1997

ISBN: 0786628987

ISBN 13: 9780786628988

The Art of the Native American Flute

David P. McAllester

4.5/5 ( ratings)

This nicely designed and illustrated book deals with the playing and care of one of the most evocative and expressive instruments in the world- the Native American flute. This volume will delight the novice or advanced player alike with both fundamental instruction and a significant number of transcriptions from R. Carlos Nakai's various recordings. This unique book includes a fingering chart, information in performance technique, style, rhythm conventions, ornaments, and history - plus an analysis of Mr. Nakai's role in contemporary Native American culture. All exercises, solos, and duets are written in standard notation. A comprehensive discography and probing essay on "The Question of Authenticity" close this outstanding book.

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Canyon Records Prod.

Release: January 01, 1997

ISBN: 0786628987

ISBN 13: 9780786628988

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