A Keynote book

An introduction to the drum including discussions of its construction and use in various societies, time periods, and kinds of music.

An introduction to the flute including discussions of its history, its construction, famous flute makers, professional flutists, flute music and its composers, and the care of the instrument.

Discusses the physical characteristics and musical qualities of the guitar, its history, various styles of playing, and the care of the instrument.

Surveys the history of the piano, its construction, the music composed for the instrument, and famous pianists past and present.

An introduction to the violin including discussions of its history, its construction, famous violin makers, professional violinists, violin music and its composers, and the care of the instrument.