his book features over one hundred musical instruments - traditional and folk, symphony orchestra instruments and reproductions of early European instruments - made in Canada by some sixty artisans. It is the first work of this scope on Canadian instrument making.

Opus, the making of musical instruments in Canada by Carmelle Bégin with the assistance of Constance Nebel (1992), 150 pages, 150 photos, bound. ISBN 0-660-90558-2

The instruments are presented under four themes: the making of instruments, historical overview, aesthetics and symbolism. In her description of the instruments, the author highlights certain features of their history, decoration and social significance. Each description is complemented by a short biography of the instrument maker.

Also included are a general bibliography and a selected bibliography.