The Instruments of Samuel Green

Wickens, David C

A detailed survey and catalogue of the life and works of the English organ builder Samuel Green (1740-1796). A short biographical survey traces Green's career to the period when he established himself as the foremost English builder of organs of the late 18th century. This is followed by a detailed account of the design and constructional method of his chamber instruments and church organs. A chronological survey of his entire output gives the specification and history of each instrument and a reassessment of earlier sources. The text is illustrated with photographs and line drawings showing the characteristic features of Green's organ construction.

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 1987-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349090617

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-349-09059-4

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 209.0