By: Jon Cohan This book, fully authorized by Zildjian, tells the exciting story of the world's most popular cymbal company on the monumental occasion of it's 375th anniversary. From the Ottoman Empire in 1623, when Avedis Zildjian, an alchemist in Constantinople, first discovered a method of fusing copper, tin, and silver to create his unique instruments, to the present day, the Zildjian mystique has captivated musicians and listeners alsike due to his secret blending of meatls which create the "Zildjian Sound". The Zildjian story is told by family members and by the legendary drummers who sweear by them. 127 pages, softbound book