Music-General Books

Walkin' Blues is a meditation and speculation on the life and legend of bluesman Robert Johnson. It is a hero's journey, largely set in 1930's Mississippi. Johnson takes his sweet time rambling across the state and singing for his supper in jukes as he...

The music business has taken Mark Cabaniss on adventures far from his native state of North Carolina...from Nashville to Broadway to Hollywood and back. Sometimes the journey has been smooth and sometimes it has been bumpy, but there's never been a dull moment. In...

The book looks at the two components that make up the National Anthem of South Africa-the hymn "Nkosi Sikelel'iAfrika" by E. Sontonga, the poem "Die Stem van Suid Afrika" (The Call of South Africa) by C. J. Langehoven, and how "Die Stem" was set...

This wonderful work "Valses nobles et sentimentales" by Maurice Ravel contains a score for the solo piano. It is a fine example of the composer's work and a fantastic addition to any classical musician's repertoire. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back...

The turn of the 20th century was a time of great change in Britain. The empire saw its global influence waning and its traditional social structures challenged. There was a growing weariness of industrialism and a desire to rediscover tradition and the roots of...

A modern composer linked to the great Russian tradition of Rimsky-Korsakov and Mussorgsky, Alexander Tcherepnin produced a substantial body of work-both compositions and writings-that is of interest to music scholars as well as performers. Although his works are better known and more frequently performed...

This book offers an evocative cross-cultural exploration into the everyday lives and music practices of young people from their own broad social, cultural and ethnic perspectives. Youth from seven urban locales in Australia, the UK, the US and Europe document and reflect on their...

Self-Mastering Made Simple With Insider Secrets - Expert Advice From The ProsAudio mastering remains the essential final step in the audio production process, where the recording's final mix is polished and prepped for release and distribution. In this thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bobby...

This is a book telling my story of 45 years in the music industry, and on the way 'pinching' myself as things happened that I could never have expected in my wildest dreams. Watching Bob Geldof grow from a musician to a global statesman.The...

This book seeks to understand Ethno, a residential folk, world, and traditional music programme for young people that has been in existence for over 30 years. Three lines of enquiry guide the work, pedagogy and professional development, participant experience, and the impact it had...

Experience the world's great devotional traditions with this comprehensive anthology. Featuring selections from a wide range of cultures and religions, this book is a powerful reminder of the spiritual dimensions of human life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and...

This collection of hymns has been a mainstay of the Moravian Brethren church for generations. Consisting of over 900 hymns, it covers a wide range of Christian themes and is perfect for personal devotion or corporate worship.This work has been selected by scholars as...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: William H. JanesISBN-10: 144605036XISBN-13: 9781446050361Publisher:...

Author: Tavia Lynn KallisonISBN-10: 1964148960ISBN-13: 9781964148960Publisher: Studio of Books LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/30/2024Pages: 238Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.28lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.81d

Author: Tavia Lynn KallisonISBN-10: 1964148944ISBN-13: 9781964148946Publisher: Studio of Books LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/30/2024Pages: 238Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.65lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.65d

Mad Libs is the world's greatest word game and the perfect gift or activity for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about being a fan of Beyonc?. Bow ADVERB...

This textbook is written for a very specific purpose and audience: It serves as a breadth requirement for a general education program at the college level for non-science majors. It is also suitable for an introductory course at the high school level. Music is...

Malnutrition especially undernutrition will continue to be a public health problem in developing countries. In rural areas, stunting, anaemia, iron, and vitamin A deficiency are among the most prevalent nutritional problems in public health. Tanzania and India are rich in varieties of indigenous fruits...

This Element examines the factors that drove the stylistic heterogeneity of Chen Yi and Zhou Long after the Cultural Revolution. Known as 'New Wave' composers, they entered the Central Conservatory of Music once the Cultural Revolution ended and attained international recognition for their modernisms...

This Element focuses on how music is experienced, articulated, and reclaimed in urban commercial environments. Special attention is paid to listeners, spaces, and music, co- and re-produced continuously in their triangular relationship affected by social, legal, economic, and technological factors. The study of the...

This book is your passport to a deeper understanding of this unique instrument, covering sight-reading, music theory, and a wide range of musical genres. Inside this book, you'll discover: Sight-Reading section: reading sheet music for the bass ukulele. From basic notation to more complex...

If you have any plans of putting up your own rock band then check this "How To Start a Rock Band" guide. In this step-by-step guide you'll enjoy the following benefits: - Learn choose the genre and search for band members.- Discover organizational issues.-...

Over the past twenty years musicologists and theorists have been intensely preoccupied with Brahms's compositions. The same, however, could not be said for biographical issues. The relationship between the composer Johannes Brahms and the poet Klaus Groth, both important creative forces with strong roots...

Focusing on music written in the period 1800-1850, Thinking about Harmony traces the responses of observant musicians to the music that was being created in their midst by composers including Beethoven, Schubert, and Chopin. It tells the story of how a separate branch of...

Author: Dan SyngeISBN-10: 1068530812ISBN-13: 9781068530814Publisher: Rosaville PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/18/2024Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.57lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.46d

Author: Russell A. ClemoISBN-13: 9798218486426Publisher: Russell A. ClemoLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/24/2024Pages: 272Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d

When we realize the need to be more competitive in a dynamic market, understanding the value of what we produce is essential so that we can optimize every cost and make our product even more valuable and important to our customers. In this way,...

This find collection of essays by master science fiction, fantasy, and horror author Brian Stableford covers horror fiction, Gothic rock music, science fiction, and fantasy, by a master critic and fiction writer. Complete with index.Author: Brian StablefordISBN-10: 1434403394ISBN-13: 9781434403391Publisher: Borgo PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/20/2024Pages: 224Format:...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Author: Thomas W. MorrisISBN-13: 9798991422017Publisher: Rubato BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2024Pages: 318Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d

Author: Thomas W. MorrisISBN-13: 9798991422000Publisher: Rubato BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2024Pages: 318Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.03lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d

Huge stylistic changes are usually reserved for pop stars. Few bands have successfully waded into uncharted musical territory, yet AFI has managed to take deep genre swings without alienating their fan base. Musical history is littered with the vestiges of bands brought down by...

At once an introduction and a comprehensive overview, G. Revesz's Introduction to Psychology of Music is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between music and the human mind. Covering topics from the physiological effects of sound to the cultural role of music, this book...

At once an introduction and a comprehensive overview, G. Revesz's Introduction to Psychology of Music is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between music and the human mind. Covering topics from the physiological effects of sound to the cultural role of music, this book...

In aviation, the term "safety" is related to preventive and reactive resources for flight safety, against accidents and incidents. For this reason, it is essential that airports have a Firefighting and Rescue Service. The aerodrome operator has the mission to apply the resources, comply...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This book interrogates the notion of belonging through musicing rituals in the South African context. The authors raise questions such as "What can we learn from musicing rituals?", "What does it mean to belong through musicing?" and "In what ways could musicing address marginalization...

Musicians have done much more than just give us great songs to enjoy. They have also provided some very wise and inspirational quotes to keep us going through life, work, and relationships. Musicians know just how to relate to us, in ways that others...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Felix MendelssohnISBN-10: 1447441567ISBN-13: 9781447441564Publisher: Masterson...

Music is one of humanity's oldest medicines. From the Far East to the Ottoman Empire, Europe to Africa and the pre-colonial Americas, many cultures have developed their own rich traditions for using sound and rhythm to ease suffering, promote healing, and calm the mind.In...

Fa la la la la La la la la is a collection of easy piano arrangements of classic Christmas carols. These simple arrangements are fun to play and offer melodies with single or double note left hand accompaniments. These pieces are suitable for a...

In 1994, the comedy film Airheads popularized the legend of lovable losers taking over a radio station to promote their cause. But thirteen years earlier, five dudes from Deland, Florida had done just that. On August 6, 1981, members of the Ida Lupino Liberation...

Unlock the Secrets of Mastering the Zither with the Ultimate Beginner's Guide! Are you ready to dive into the enchanting world of the zither? Curious about its rich history and how it has evolved over centuries? Want to master the basics and advanced techniques...

Song of Song's Word's Like HoneyComplete Song Book of Original Song's & LyricsAlyssa Chance Ariella AlyciaCulture of Worship cultureofworship.comSphere of Presence sphereofpresence.com"Shekinah""Perfect Light" I began to Sing Songs with the Angels, Ascending and Descending on Photon Light Waves of Rainbow Filaments, like Bamboo Wind...

"...I offer you a journey into a reality that's completely divorced from our own. One that encompasses the microcosm and macrocosm and delves into the recorded material of one of the greatest bands to ever exist-Iron Maiden."Following the excellent exploratory books Through the Mist...

With his debut album Original Pirate Material (2002) (OPM) Mike Skinner, who recorded under the name The Streets, combined the world of UK dance music with US hip-hop. OPM is the result of the so-called 'bedroom producer', hybridizing previous forms into something novel. This...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Gendered and practice-oriented qualitative studies follow processes of emancipation, family practices, redistribution of gendered roles, forms of abuse, social remittance, confrontation between rights and cultures, forming joint action strategies and egalitarian capital, in an emergence of new and area-specific social actors.Author: Viorela DucuISBN-10: 3631702361ISBN-13:...

This 52 week organizer is created with ease of writing and planning a year of musical praise in mind. Each page has multiple entry lines for each week's praise service with an inspirational bible verse or quote at the bottom. Important items such as...