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Thursday, March 31, 2011
History of American Musical Instrument Makers
Susan VanHecke wrote:
I'm an author with a new book called RAGGIN' JAZZIN' ROCKIN': A HISTORY OF AMERICAN MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MAKERS [that] explores the intriguing stories of eight instrument makers – Zildjian, Steinway, Martin, C.G. Conn, Ludwig, Hammond, Fender, and Moog – and their contributions to the American musical landscape and pop culture.
You can view the first chapter ... featuring
Zildjian cymbals, with the "Look Inside" feature on the book's Amazon page:
[Also see] www.RagginJazzinRockin.com.
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With best wishes,
Susan VanHecke
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