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Whether you're a fledgling musician or a seasoned performer looking to infuse your classical music renditions with period-accurate style, this guide is invaluable. Its expert advice on interpretation and historical context can elevate your performances, while the practical insights on notation ensure you stay true to the composers' intentions. Plus, it’s a treasure trove of information, with illustrations that bring the era to life right before your eyes.
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This book would be a good read for music lovers and enthusiasts of Renaissance poetry. Immerse yourself in the rich history of French chansons, with a collection of eighty-four pieces carefully chosen for their musical brilliance. From well-known masters to hidden gems, this book showcases the polyphonic beauty that defined the genre during the sixteenth century. Whether you're a fan of four mixed voices or intrigued by various combinations, this treasure trove of chansons is a must-have for any lover of Renaissance music.
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Ramblin' Man : The Life and Times of Woody Guthrie
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The life and career of the most recognized and beloved folk musician of the twentieth century are recalled here, with details of his hobo days as well as his marriage, his "subversive" activities, and his eventual death by Huntingdon's Disease.
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Richard Chapman, Sharon Lucas |
Gardners
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Guitar - Music, History, Players
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Guitar This comprehensive treatment of the guitar traces its development over the past 2,000 years and analyzes the styles and techniques of 300 great artists--from Andrea Segovia to Jimi Hendrix. The transcripts of their most famous songs are also included.
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Songs of the 80's
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"Songs of the 80's" could be a good read for music lovers who are interested in learning and playing popular music from the 80's on the piano, guitar or any other instrument. The book features an array of iconic songs from the era, making it a great pick for those wanting to indulge in some nostalgia or those looking to discover new music. It is user-friendly and includes chord charts and vocal arrangements for anyone to practice and perform their favorite songs. With over 40 songs, the book offers a wide range of genres from pop, rock, R&B, and country music.
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Georg Friedrich Händel
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Messiah English German Vocal
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Allan Dumbreck, Gayle McPherson |
Methuen
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Music Entrepreneurship
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Music Entrepreneurship is an extremely useful book for anyone who's looking to build a successful music business. It covers a wide range of topics and provides valuable insights into various sectors of the music industry, including recorded music, live events, branding, artist management, and digital distribution. The book also features case studies of successful entrepreneurs, which can be inspiring and helpful for those who are just starting out. Overall, if you're looking to start, grow, or sustain your music business, this book is definitely worth checking out.
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Black
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Country Music : The People, the Places and Moments That Shaped the Country Sound
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Covering everything from Western to Rockabilly, Bluegrass to Country Rock, this profusely illustrated celebration of country music is an authoritative and lively history of America’s most popular form of music, its creators, interpreters, and institutions.A rich visual chronicle of the diverse American musical idioms collectively known as “country,” this entertaining and meticulously researched book explores more than 100 of the most significant people, places, and moments in its century-long history. Profiles include Stephen Foster, the Carter Family, Gene Autry, Roy Acuff, Hank Williams, Minnie Pearl, Jerry Lee Lewis, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, the Oak Ridge Boys, Alan Jackson, the Dixie Chicks—and dozens more. Other subjects include the Grand Ole Opry, the Bristol Sessions, “Louisiana Hayride,” Rockabilly, Country Rock, and O Brother Where Art Thou , among many other things. Timelines lay out the entire history of the form at a glance, and the greatest country songs of all time are discussed in depth throughout.Every page of this extroardinary book features a wealth of images—many of them rare and never-before published in book form—from sheet music and memorabilia to portraits, album covers, and candids. It is truly a must-have for the millions of fans of country music in all its diversity.
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Specimen Aural Tests - From 2011
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If you or your child is preparing for a music exam, Specimen Aural Tests is a must-have. With many practice examples and CD recordings, it offers a range of musical styles including examiner rubrics for Grades 1-3. It gives a full understanding of what will happen on the exam day and prepares the candidate accordingly.
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The Romantic Era: 102 Selections from Symphonies, Ballets, Operas & Piano Literature for Piano Solo
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If you love the emotions and grandeur of the Romantic era, this collection will be a treasure trove. Imagine sitting at home, fingers dancing across the keys, as you play the timeless pieces from the masters of the 19th century. From Chopin's stirring Nocturnes to Tchaikovsky's enchanting ballet tunes, you'll embark on a historical musical journey, right from your piano bench.
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This book is a must-read for fans of Cole Porter, as it delves not just into his creative work, but also into his personal life, including his discreet affairs with men and the tragedy and physical pain he faced in his later years. McBrien's book is a thorough, illuminating portrait of a complex musical genius whose songs continue to be celebrated today.
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The Soul of Mbira: Music and Traditions of the Shona People of Zimbabwe
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This book could be a good read for someone who is fascinated by the cultural context of African music and wants a comprehensive understanding of the Shona musical tradition. The author provides an intimate and precise account of the meaning of the mbira instrument and its music, allowing readers to grasp its beauty, subtlety, and virtuosity. It is a landmark in ethnomusicological literature, conveying both the joy of mbira playing and the mystic relationship between the player and the instrument.
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Roger Kamien
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Music: An Appreciation w/CD-ROM
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Music: An Appreciation could be a great read for someone who has an interest in learning about the history and appreciation of music. The author's goal to refresh the repertoire while maintaining the book's strengths allows the reader to better understand the presentation of musical elements with vivid music history depictions. This book is well-structured with musical examples and informative listening outlines, making it suitable for individuals with diverse musical backgrounds.
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Betty Carlson, Francis A. Schaeffer, Jane Stuart Smith |
Crossway
The Gift Of Music - Great Composers And Their Influence
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This book is the perfect read for music students and those interested in learning about the influence of faith on composers throughout history. With descriptions of 40 leading composers, readers will gain insight into the impact of faith on their music and the development of Western civilization. The indexed format makes it easy to navigate and find specific composers of interest.
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Song: A Guide to Style and Literature
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If you're a singer or simply interested in the art of vocal performance, "Song - A Guide to Style and Literature" could strike the right chord. Carol Kimball's insights offer a deep dive into song interpretation, helping to refine your understanding and appreciation of vocal literature. It's like having a vocal coach and music historian in one, enhancing your musical journey.
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James Kjelland
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Alfred
Music
Orchestral Bowing - Style And Function : A Comprehensive Practical Guide To Bowing Techinque, Terminology, And Stylistic Performance For Orchestra Conductors, Teachers, Players And Composer-Arrangers
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Promote a better understanding of how bowing technique (function) merges with musical interpretation (style) to produce optimum results. This text addresses the elements of sound production, bowing technique, terminology, and musical interpretation---all with integrated teaching suggestions. The correlated workbook contains exercises, etudes, and excerpts for applied study. Appropriate for school ensembles thru college method classes.
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Yvonne R. Libby-Larson, Judy Herr |
Wadsworth
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Creative Resources For The Early Childhood Classroom
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"Creative Resources For The Early Childhood Classroom" could be a good fit for early childhood educators looking for a comprehensive and detailed guide to planning fun and educational activities for young children. The book provides a variety of content, including a range of themes, goals, concepts, vocabulary, music, and crafts to choose from. The accompanying CD-ROM is an added bonus, offering evaluation forms and more. In addition, the book includes updated sections on diversity and encourages analysis and critical thinking. Overall, a valuable resource for teachers seeking to make learning engaging and fun for young children.
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William Drabkin
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Cambridge
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Beethoven: Missa Solemnis
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The Missa Solemnis is a document of extraordinary richness from the last decades of Beethoven's creative life. In this accessible guide, William Drabkin considers the work as an expression of the most celebrated text of the Roman Catholic faith and as an example from a tradition of Mass settings in eighteenth and early nineteenth-century Austria. The opening chapters present various critical perspectives on the Missa Solemnis and chart the history of its composition, first performances, and publication. But, above all, the work itself is considered in detail, including the overall design, connections between the movements, the orchestration, word painting, and programmatic elements.
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Opera in Context : Essays on Historical Staging from the Late Renaissance to the Time of Puccini
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This book is a must-read for opera enthusiasts looking to delve into the history of opera's staging techniques. From Renaissance to Puccini's time, it covers diverse national schools and periods, providing a rich understanding of operatic productions. The essays by esteemed scholars provide an in-depth examination of representative productions, making it an invaluable resource for students and researchers.
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Pamela Des Barres
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Rock Bottom : Dark Moments in Music
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The best selling author of I'm With the Band, the classic groupie memoir, now writes from the relatively upright perspective of a magazine journalist. Pamela Des Barres recounts the classic tales of rock star overindulgence, and the book's own press material honestly bills it as a compendium of "horror stories." Rock Bottom contains something to offend just about anyone, but, strange to say, the book is actually quite readable as an appropriately skewed history of rock. Des Barres seems to have diligently done her research, talking to the principles of the mayhem, or, in many cases, to their survivors, and does deliver a series of pieces documenting some very dark corners of pop culture.
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Walker
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Handel Who Knew What He Liked
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If you have a penchant for classical music intertwined with a dash of humor, "Handel Who Knew What He Liked" will strike a chord. It's not just a recount of historical events—it's Handel's persistence and character leaping off pages that will invigorate any reader interested in the resilience and talent it takes to seduce kings and commoners alike with timeless music.
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The chansons in this collection are examples of polyphonic settings of French secular verse, nearly ten thousand of which appear in printed or manuscript sources during the sixteenth century. The eighty-four pieces were chosen for their musical value; great masters as well as lesser known composers, who made significant contributions to the genre, are represented. Primarily, the chansons are for four mixed voices. A number of settings for other combinations, from two-part to seven-part, are also included. he
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Maurice Hinson, Ludwig van Beethoven |
Alfred
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Sonata in C Minor Op.13 "Pathetique"
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If you're a lover of classical music or an aspiring pianist seeking to enrich your repertoire, this edition of Beethoven's "Pathetique" is a precious addition. Its raw emotion and complex beauty are captured in the careful annotations of this Alfred Masterwork Edition, perfect for both appreciation and study. Embrace the challenge and the reward of mastering a piece that has moved audiences for centuries.
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Barbara Ehrenreich
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Metropolitan
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Dancing In The Streets - A History Of Collective Joy
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This book is perfect for those interested in understanding the historical importance of collective celebrations such as feasts, costuming, and dancing in human society. The author beautifully connects various cultures and time periods to explain how these collective celebrations reflect the social nature of humans. It is a unique and insightful read that will leave readers feeling more connected to human history and identity.
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Keith Richards, KEITH RICHARDS 'MICK JAGGER |
Phoenix
According to The Rolling Stones
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According to the Rolling Stones hews closely to the formula set in 2000 by the publication of The Beatles Anthology. Like its predecessor, it's a beautiful coffee-table tome with hundreds of gorgeous photographs--from childhood pictures of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards to concert shots from the 40 Licks Tour. The text is taken from recent interviews with the band's four latter-day members (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood). Notably missing, however, is any contribution from former bassist Bill Wyman, who left the band in the early 90s and published his own history of the band in 2002, Rolling with the Stones. Where Wyman is an obsessive collector and diarist, the other Stones are more impressionistic in their memories, lending an approach to history as casual as the band's concerts are rigorously planned and staged. The first half of the Stones' story has plenty of high drama (tours through the segregated South, Brian Jones's death, Altamont), which no-one seems eager to reflect on deeply. (Watts is the only one even to mention Altamont.) The more recent years have seen a long string of ever-more successful tours and ever-less popular albums, interrupted only by Jagger and Richards' near divorce in the 80s, plus rehab stints for Watts and Wood. While The Beatles Anthologyoffered the surviving members' interpretations of their experiences at a distance of 30 or more years, the Stones are still living the tale they're trying to tell--and they aren't always the most self-aware narrators. Or generous: Wyman's three-decade tenure is given short shrift, but the book finds enough space for some unnecessary digs (Wyman has "tiny hands" we're told and an "almost effeminate" style of playing).To flesh out the band members' own recollections, the book also contains 13 essays from music-industry friends (Ahmet Ertegun, Marshall Chess), collaborators (Don Was), famous fans (Sheryl Crow, novelist Carl Hiaasen) and even the band's financial advisor for the past 33 years, Prince Rupert Lowenstein. Their views are sometimes fascinating (the unvarnished perspective of Crawdaddy Club owner Giorgio Gomelsky, the well-told stories of art bon vivant Christopher Gibbs), but just as often self-indulgent or sycophantic. Fans looking for an artfully designed volume of photos spanning the Stones' career won't be disappointed. Anyone seeking a comprehensive history of the band may want to wait for the band's definitive biography, which has been attempted many times but has yet to be written. --Keith Moerer
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Daniel M. Neuman
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The Life Of Music In North India - The Organization Of An Artistic Tradition
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This book is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about Indian music and wants to understand its cultural and social significance. Through captivating fieldwork and interviews, Daniel M. Neuman provides a deep dive into the world of North Indian Hindustani music. With a keen focus on the changing landscape of the music industry, the book highlights the resilience and adaptability of musicians in the face of modernization. Whether you're a music enthusiast or a researcher, this book will leave you with a profound appreciation for the rich artistic tradition of India.
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Hans Erich Apostel, Georg Büchner, Alban Berg |
Universal
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Wozzeck - Oper In 3 Akten. Op. 7. Studienpartitur
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Wozzeck is the first opera by the Austrian composer Alban Berg. Berg composed his opera between 1914 and 1922, and it was first performed in 1925. The opera is based on the drama Woyzeck, left incomplete by the German playwright Georg Büchner at his death. From the fragments of unordered scenes left by Büchner, Berg selected fifteen to form a compact structure of three acts with five scenes each. He adapted the libretto himself, retaining "the essential character of the play, with its many short scenes, its abrupt and sometimes brutal language, and its stark, if haunted, realism..."Though its musical style is challenging, the quality of Berg's work (in particular, the characterization of the situation through clearly defined musical techniques) amply repays repeated listenings.The subject matter—the inevitability of hardship and exploitation for the poor—is brutal and uncompromisingly presented.
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One Hundred Years of Song : E-Z Play Today
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This book is perfect for anyone looking to take a musical journey through the 20th century. With 100 songs, the selection captures the essence of the era, from the swingin' '30s to the power ballads of the '90s. Users will discover old favorites and new gems, making it a great addition to any music lover's collection.
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Kenneth Baker
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The Complete Piano Player : Book 1
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The best-selling piano method continues to be a teacher and student favorite.
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Chris Chase, Jean-Claude Baker |
Cooper
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Josephine Baker : The Hungry Heart
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Based on twenty years of research and thousands of interviews, this authoritative biography of performer Josephine Baker (1906-1975) provides a candid look at her tempestuous life. Born into poverty in St. Louis, the uninhibited chorus girl became the sensation of Europe and the last century's first black sex symbol. A heroine of the French Resistance in World War II, she entranced figures as diverse as de Gaulle, Tito, Castro, Princess Grace, two popes, and Martin Luther King, Jr.Yet Josephine was also, as one critic put it, "a monster who made Joan Crawford look like the Virgin Mary." Jean-Claude Baker's book also reveals her outbursts that resulted in lasting feuds, her imperious treatment of family and entourage members, and her ambivalent attitudes concerning her ethnic background.Reconciling Josephine's many personas―Jazz-age icon, national hero of France, proponent of Civil Rights, mother of children from across the globe― Josephine: The Hungry Heart gives readers the inside story on a star unlike any other before or since.
The day an electric pick-up was placed on top of an acoustic guitar, a musical revolution took place, and the foundations were laid for the creation of rock 'n' roll. With the power to cut through any rhythm section, and at a price any punk kid could afford, it freed guitarists to become the crucial musicians in rock culture. Produced in conjunction with The Design Museum, this book looks at the history, the looks and the sound of the electric guitar, focussing on all the key models from the durable Strat, Telecaster and Les Paul, all first produced in the 1950s and still going strong, to the Steinberger headless basses and the latest Parker prototype from the States. The book profiles each guitar, giving close-up detail and an insight to what makes their distinctive sounds, plus a history of the development of the electric guitar from contributors including American specialist Tom Wheeler on the early days to Charles Shaar Murray on the moment Hendrix at Monterey changed the face of rock forever.
With in-depth guitar profiles, specially commissioned photography, a visual glossary and quotes and anecdotes from the musicians, this book is a guitarist's book about guitars and a guide for the rock 'n' roll generation to the instrument that made it all possible.
Author: Keith Richards
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 160
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Publication Date: 21 Oct 1993
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Michael Thomas Roeder
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A History Of The Concerto
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This lucid guide traces the concerto's evolution over the major periods of music: baroque, classical, romantic, and 20th century. The compositions of each important composer are discussed in detail, making this a useful companion to the form.
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Improve Your Sight-Reading!
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This book is perfect for violinists who want to improve their sight-reading skills and feel confident. With clear technical guidance and step-by-step exercises, this book helps musicians build a complete understanding of each piece. The check-boxes included allow for easy tracking of progress, making it a good choice for both individual use and for use in lessons with a teacher. Reviewers have praised the book for its easy-to-follow structure and helpful tips, making it a must-have for any violinist looking to improve their sight-reading abilities.
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Hilda L. Jackman
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Wadsworth
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Sing Me A Story! Tell Me A Song! - Creative Thematic Activities For Teachers Of Young Children
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Sing Me A Story! Tell Me A Song! could be a great read for teachers and caregivers who want to create a dynamic and interactive learning environment for young children. This book provides a wide range of developmentally appropriate themes that can be integrated into the curriculum. The book offers a variety of activities, children's books, vocabulary words, and even letters home to families, making it easy for teachers to select and combine activities based on the needs and interests of the children. With its flexible time frame and age appropriateness, Sing Me A Story! Tell Me A Song! will help teachers create engaging and meaningful lessons that will captivate young learners.
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Amadeus
The Opera Companion
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The Opera Companion is an excellent resource for both casual or devoted opera lovers. With synopses of frequently performed operas, this book helps the reader to understand the key elements of the story as well as the musical techniques used to convey emotion. The book not only goes into detail about the mechanics of opera, it also includes a short history of opera and a glossary to aid in understanding. Highly recommended for those looking to deepen their appreciation and understanding of opera.
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Ludwig van Beethoven
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Complete Variations For Solo Piano
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If you are a serious pianist or a music lover looking to explore Beethoven's genius, "Complete Variations for Solo Piano" is a must-read. Not only does this collection include all 21 sets of Beethoven's solo piano variations, but it also features the iconic "Diabelli Variations" that are hailed as a masterpiece in piano literature. With its prodigious invention and imagination, this book is bound to inspire and challenge anyone who dares to take on Beethoven's genius.
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Tim Dowley
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Christian Music : A Global History
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Recommended for music lovers interested in history. Covers diverse cultures and music styles.
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Craig Werner, Doug Bradley |
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We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War - Culture, Politics, and the Cold War
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If you're intrigued by the emotional impact of music on soldiers, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place" is a resonant exploration that connects the dots between iconic songs and the Vietnam War experience. Bradley and Werner delve into how these tracks provided solace, camaraderie, and a voice for those engulfed in the chaos of war. It's a poignant reflection on the interplay of music, memory, and history for veterans and music lovers alike.
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Ed Hamilton
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Legends of the Chelsea Hotel : Living with Artists and Outlaws in New York's Rebel Mecca
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There's a current that courses through the old Chelsea Hotel, an electricity that drives people relentlessly to create. It's an energy that longtime resident Ed Hamilton will tell you often drives inhabitants to madness. In a series of linked cyanide capsules, Legends of the Chelsea Hotel tells the odd, funny, and often tragic truth of the writers, artists, and musicians — the famous and the obscure alike — who have fallen prey to the Chelsea. Readers enter one of Dee Dee Ramone's flashbacks; meet the ghost of author Thomas Wolfe; learn of movie star Ethan Hawke's mystical powers over women; see the ungodly acts allegedly being perpetrated in the basement club Serena's; and feel the dark aura of Room 100, where punk rocker Sid Vicious killed his girlfriend Nancy.
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Alan B. Coppens, Austin R. Frey, Lawrence E. Kinsler |
Wiley
Fundamentals of Acoustics
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This book offers a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the science of sound. It covers a wide range of topics from the basic principles of acoustic wave propagation to more advanced subjects such as architectural acoustics, underwater sound, and concert hall acoustics. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the field of acoustics or audio engineering.
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Bob Marley : The Untold Story
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This book would be a great read for anyone who wants to dive deep into the life and legacy of the legendary Bob Marley. Through never-before-heard interviews and a comprehensive narrative, Chris Salewicz captures the spirit of Marley, taking readers on a journey through his humble beginnings, his musical genius, and his impact on the world. This book is not just a biography, but a testament to the power of music, faith, and activism. Get ready to be inspired by the untold story of a true icon.
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Arthur Miller, Fania Fénelon, Marcelle Routier |
Nick
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Playing for Time
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A stage adaptation by Arthur Miller of his acclaimed 1980 screenplay filmed starring Vanessa Redgrave in the lead role. Playing For Time tells the extraordinary true story of the women's orchestra in Auschwitz. It centers on Fania Fenelon, a Parisian singer, who is arrested by the Nazis, sent to Auschwitz and there finds herself swept into the orchestra, composed entirely of women prisoners and founded to entertain the camp commandants. As long as the orchestra finds favour, its members are spared the gas chambers. They are, quite literally, playing for time. This extraordinary memoir is rendered here in a deeply moving and inspiring adaptation by Arthur Miller. It takes its place alongside his other plays portraying the individual's struggle to maintain a moral sense of self in the face of overwhelming public events - plays like The Crucible, All My Sons, Broken Glass and his adaptation of Ibsen's An Enemy of the People
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Brett Duncan
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Koala
Music
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Ten Easy Lessons Teach Yourself Classical Guitar
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This book is perfect for those who are complete beginners and want to learn classical guitar. With its easy and informative introduction, the book introduces chords, scales, arpeggios, and essential techniques for both hands. The book also includes pieces by famous composers such as Tarrega, Giuliani, Sor, Carcassi, and Carulli. The CD and DVD that comes with the book match all the lessons, exercises, and songs from the book, making it easy for the user to practice. Users will appreciate the simplicity and clarity of the instructions in the book and find themselves playing beautiful pieces in no time.
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Paul Schmeling, Susan Gedutis Lindsay |
Berklee
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Berklee Music Theory - Book 2 : Fundamentals of Harmony
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- If you're a budding musician or a music enthusiast looking to deepen your understanding of harmony and its application in various genres, Berklee Music Theory - Book 2: Fundamentals of Harmony is a must-read. This book, born out of over 40 years of instruction at Berklee College of Music, provides a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of harmonizing music effortlessly. From triads and seventh chords to inversions and voice leading, this book equips you with the essential tools needed to write captivating melodies and create effective harmonic accompaniments. Get ready to take your musical compositions to new heights!
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Moomaw, Sally Moomaw |
Redleaf
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More Than Singing: Discovering Music in Preschool and Kindergarten
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Do you wonder if "The Wheels on the Bus" and rhythm bands are the only way to share music with kids? More Than Singing is the book for you! More than 100 activities! Ideas for songs, instrument making, music centers, and extensions into language, science, and math. Clear directions and musical notations. Audio CD contains all songs in the book, accompanied by guitar or Autoharp. Includes songs for movement and transitions.
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Wendy Thompson, Max Wade-Matthews |
Hermes
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Encyclopedia of Music
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This book is a must-have for both passionate and casual music enthusiasts. With its vast coverage of musical instruments and eminent composers, this encyclopedia provides a comprehensive database of musical knowledge. The book also contains over 1000 images, making it an engaging visual read, and its paperback format makes it portable and convenient.
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J.B. Arban, Walter M. Smith, Edwin Franko Goldman |
Carl
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Arbans Complete Method: Trumpet, Platinum Edition
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If mastering the trumpet is your goal, "Arban's Complete Method: Trumpet, Platinum Edition" is like the holy grail of instruction. Elevating your technique and musicianship is what this guide promises through its methodical practice routines. The added allure is the practical comb binding and the piano accompaniment CD which really augments your learning experience. This isn't just a book; it's a rich tradition in trumpet pedagogy.
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Hal
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Music Theory for Bassists: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask
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If you're looking to groove on the bass and have felt overwhelmed by music theory, this is your lifesaver. Sean Malone breaks down complex concepts into manageable pieces specifically for the four-string enthusiast. It's a book that will not only teach you the foundations but will make sure you're ready to jam with confidence. Get ready to unlock the fretboard's mysteries and enhance your musicality.
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Debbie Harry, Mark Blake |
Mojo
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Punk : The Whole Story
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On the thirtieth anniversary of the rise to popularity of punk rock, a collection of articles, interviews, and photography from the pages of MOJO magazine looks at the history of punk and the artists, music, and culture it spawned.
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Christopher Parkening, David Brandon, Jack Marshall |
Hal
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The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method Vol. 1
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This book is a compelling guide for aspiring classical guitarists. With over 50 beautiful classical pieces, 26 exercises, and 14 duets, it offers a comprehensive approach to learning classical guitar technique. The author, Christopher Parkening, a renowned virtuoso, shares his expertise through clear instructions, accompanied by numerous photos and illustrations. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this revised edition is perfect for those seeking to embark on a classical guitar journey.