00684nam a22001337a 4500020001800000082001000018100002100028245006300049260004200112300002800154505003600182520031800218650001400536  a9780199760282  a784.2  aHoloman, D. Kern  aThe Orchestra : A Very Short IntroductioncD. Kern Holoman  aOxfordbOxford University Pressc2012  a158 Pagesb17x11 cmbPB  aInclude Illustrations and Index  aThis title considers the structure, roots, and day-to-day functioning of the modern philharmonic society. Far from an anachronistic organization that cannot long survive, it is shown to be powerful political and social force, occupying critical positions in cultural diplomacy, national identity, and civic pride.  aOrchestra