Brand new, unused item. This item has been stored on a bookshelf without being read. It is generally in good condition with no noticeable scratches, stains, or tears, but please understand that it has been handled by a person before purchase. We also accept set sales with other products. Thank you for your consideration. ==== A collection of music essays by Shigeki Saeki, a music critic, trombonist, and ophicleide player who passed away on August 1, 2019. His outstanding information and erudition in the fields of music analysis and the history of instrument development are reflected in his works such as "The 'Common Sense' and 'Uncommon Sense' of Masterpieces ~ A Study of Wind Instruments in the Orchestra," "The Code of Masterpieces ~ Unveiling the Truth Hidden in the Score," and ONTOMO MOOK "Orchestra ~ The Mechanism and Roots of Instruments" and "Approaching the Orchestra from Period Instruments" (all published by Ongaku no Tomo Sha). This is a mook that can be called "Shigeki Saeki's Classical Music Lecture," centered on the 21-part series "New Masterpiece Dissection" which was his last work, published in the September 2019 issue of "Ongaku no Tomo," and combining his interviews, feature articles, columns, and CD reviews written for "Ongaku no Tomo" and "Record Geijutsu." It is a mook that fully showcases his knowledge. A book that provides a new perspective on music analysis. - Title: New Masterpiece Dissection - Author: Shigeki Saeki - Published: 2020 - Publisher: Ongaku no Tomo Sha - Contents: The contents of New Masterpiece Dissection are listed. Thank you for viewing.