Music-General Books

Introduction to playing baroque string music from the 16th to 18th centuries. Required reading for students, professionals and amateurs. Based on historical sources, covers all topics such as articulation, bow-hold, vibrato, style, dance, fingering choice, bow strokes, tempo, tuning, harmonyAuthor: Judy TarlingISBN-10: 0993281044ISBN-13: 9780993281044Publisher:...

People who are born into a life of rock and roll either make music, collect it, write about it, sell it or get into the record business. Harold Bronson has done all of those things. In Time Has Come Today, he recounts the fascinating...

This Element contributes to the interdisciplinary study of mariachi, especially in the United States, by focusing on two areas that have yet to receive substantive academic attention: philanthropy and museum studies. In 2011, UNESCO included mariachi music on its list of expressions of intangible...

Author: Gordon P. RamseyISBN-10: 3031535065ISBN-13: 9783031535062Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/19/2024Pages: 366Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.19lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.80d

Educating Musicians for Sustainability explores the intersections of sustainability and music, investigating how sustainability affects the development and professional preparation of musicians while asking the question, 'What does sustainability have to do with music?'Author: Anna Reid, Peter PetoczISBN-10: 1032059133ISBN-13: 9781032059136Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/25/2023Pages: 106Format:...

Sociology and Music Education addresses a pressing need to provide a sociological foundation for understanding music education. The music education community, academic and professional, has become increasingly aware of the need to locate the issues facing music educators within a broader sociological context. This...

Replete with entertaining illustrations and glorious photos of natural wonders, the full-color adventure story If Love Could Sing: Stories of a Hundred Road Trips details the trials and triumphs of a self-sustaining traveling choir. Assembled from a dozen different nations and recording four full...

My Musical Life, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future...

Embark on a musical journey with Cynthia Riess's "How to Play the Ocarina," a comprehensive guide tailored for beginners eager to master this unique and enchanting instrument. With over 10 interactive audio guides and a focus on fundamental techniques, this book is your first...

This study aims to discuss how stressful the work carried out in an Intensive Care Unit can be. When we talk about nurses, this stress takes on a greater dimension, as it is a profession that, as well as caring for the most seriously...

Whether you're home for the holly-daze or wandering a hellish landscape of never-ending agony, you need a good tune to pass the time. The dire duo behind the best-selling The Necronomnomnom accordingly present a gruesome grimoire of 25 creepy carols and sinister songs. From...

This enlightening volume deciphers the myriad of myths enshrouding Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, shedding light on how portrayals of his genius have been manipulated for diverse purposes. It explores the transition of Mozart's image from a means to mitigate Constanze's financial distress to a representation...

Moving beyond narratives of female suppression, and exploring the critical potential of a diverse, distinguished repertoire, this Companion transforms received understanding of women composers. Organised thematically, and ranging beyond elite, Western genres, it explores the work of diverse female composers from medieval to modern...

Patsy Cline's story - both professional and personal - unfolds in this collection of letters written from 1955-1959 to her friend and first fan club president, Treva Miller. In her own words, Patsy talks of the recording sessions, television appearances and tours, but behind...

Author: Christopher S. ConnellyISBN-10: 1985900599ISBN-13: 9781985900592Publisher: University Press of KentuckyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/06/2024Pages: 394Format: Paperback

John Arthur Blaikie's Madrigals, Songs and Sonnets is a collection of 25 beautiful poems that explore love, life, and the beauty of nature. This work is a testament to Blaikie's talent and his ability to convey his feelings through his verses.This work has been...

This fascinating collection brings together some of the most compelling examples of Jamaican folk literature. Featuring stories, songs, and dances, the book provides a unique window into the rich cultural heritage of this Caribbean island nation.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

The Jazzomat Research Project takes up the challenge of jazz research in the age of digitalisation. It intends to open up a new field of analytical exploration by providing computational tools as well as a comprehensive corpus of improvisations with MeloSpyGUI and the Weimar...

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,...

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,...

Acclaimed essayist and musician, David Belmont takes us on a poetic journey through life under lockdown in New York City during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and the few months following, replete with political commentary, philosophical musings and musical references."World Gone Zoom...

A book highlighting a lot of very talented female Rockabilly artists from around the world.A great way to pas time.Lots of tips on artists to listen to.Author: Eivind MathisenISBN-10: 8715650588ISBN-13: 9798715650580Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/02/2021Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.14d

A great Book for Beginners of all ages, Easy Method teaches the basics in a fun and easy to follow manner, Plenty of photos get you started with proper positioning and hints an tips throughout the book to keep you on the right track....

This collection features a selection of the greatest Patriotic Songs of the United States Of America. 10 easy arrangements including left hand fingerings, in Standard Notation and Tablature. Includes: Amazing Grace America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) America The Beautiful Anchors Aweigh Battle Hymn...

This collection features a selection of the greatest Patriotic Songs of the United States Of America. 10 easy arrangements including left hand fingerings. Includes: Amazing Grace America (My Country 'Tis of Thee) America The Beautiful Anchors Aweigh Battle Hymn of the Republic Hail to...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

Music was central to everyday life and expression in late Georgian Britain, and this is the first interdisciplinary study of its impact on Romantic literature. Focusing on the public fascination with virtuoso performance, Gillen D'Arcy Wood documents a struggle between sober 'literary' virtue and...

Author: Blelock Weston, Julia BlelockISBN-10: 0967926858ISBN-13: 9780967926858Publisher: Woodstock ArtsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2009Pages: 160Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.30h x 5.40w x 0.50d

The perfect gift for music lovers, The Mixtape of My Life is a guided journal that offers prompts and questions to get everyone recalling the pivotal songs that have shaped our lives. No matter which musical generation you belong to, or whether your musical...

(Music Sales America). Three's a Crowd is a highly flexible series of books designed to encourage young people to play together in various combinations of numbers and instruments. Perfect for group instruction, the books feature trios of familiar melodies in classical, folk and jazz...

A Japanese geisha, a Middle Eastern caravan, a Hungarian-'Gypsy' fiddler, Carmen flinging a rose at Don Jos - portrayals of people and places that are considered somehow 'exotic' have been ubiquitous from 1700 to today, whether in opera, Broadway musicals, instrumental music, film scores,...

Musical / 6m 3f / Simple setA musical comedy spoof starring the Friar of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juilet! Friar Laurence is behind bars charged for the 'murder' of the lovers. As the trial progesses mayhem and silliness are abound with bits songs and scenes...

This scale system coordinates basic concepts from the Scale System by Carl Flesch. In some aspects it goes beyond the scope of the Flesch system. One- octave scales are introduced in patterns with emphasis on half steps and finger retention. Also covers two- and...

Etchings is the literary arts magazine of the University of Indianapolis. Produced twice a year by student-run Etchings Press, student editors solicit submissions, select pieces using a blind submission process, design and layout the magazine, and market it. Contributors include University of Indianapolis undergraduate...

"The Beginner's Guide to Writing Lyrics That Tell a Story" is a comprehensive guide to help aspiring songwriters master the art of storytelling through their lyrics.In this book, readers will learn the fundamental elements of a great storytelling song, such as character development, setting,...

Voyage of the Pink Row Boat and Philosophy of Flight of the Arrow is a two-act music drama. This music drama is based on the legendary fables passed down by history. Paul was twelve years of age and David was ten years of age...

Music, as a form of language, is a human characteristic that is present in the lives of human beings and therefore influences the cognitive, social, emotional and affective development of many who interact with it. When children come into contact with the world of...

This work presents research that reveals the itineraries of music teaching in three scenarios in the Blumenau Municipal Education Network: the Art subject; the School Bands and Fanfares Program; and the Early Childhood Education Musicalization Project. From these scenarios, the origins and trajectories of...

The Foundations of Music is a comprehensive introduction to the study of music, including its history, theory, and practice. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the music of ancient civilizations to contemporary trends in popular music, and includes discussions of key...

Jim Morrison's Clearwater Then and Now, is a pictorial history and collection of tales from the life of Clearwater's Rock Legend. Who was Jim Morrison before he became frontman of The Doors? The stories within these pages will tell stories of a young Jim...

The life of a great musician is always interesting, but the story of Hazel Harrison is exceptional. Her achievement was particularly impressive because she had been schooled entirely at home and was the first black pianist, male or female, to perform with a major...

This publication is intended for the Elder's of any community, educators, the young and old. More specifically, those individuals who are presently encountering difficulty in their transformational process in making productive career decisions, as well as, those who have reached the final stage of...

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: Robert SchumannISBN-10: 144747595XISBN-13: 9781447475958Publisher: Beston...

Author: Ernst BaconISBN-10: 1258349477ISBN-13: 9781258349479Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/19/2012Pages: 190Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.40d

Knickerbocker Holiday is a musical comedy written by Maxwell Anderson. The play is set in 17th-century New Amsterdam, which is now known as New York City. The story revolves around the character of Peter Stuyvesant, the governor of New Amsterdam, and his efforts to...

George Harrison met Muhammad Ali in 1964, when both men were on the cusp of worldwide fame. We Shook Up the World is the story of these two larger-than-life figures at a momentous time. A unique blend of biography and cultural history, this book...

George Harrison met Muhammad Ali in 1964, when both men were on the cusp of worldwide fame. We Shook Up the World is the story of these two larger-than-life figures at a momentous time. A unique blend of biography and cultural history, this book...

An exquisite edition of William Blake's Songs of Innocence, accompanied by an introduction to his life and work. One of the most important books of illustrated poetry in English literature, William Blake's Songs of Innocence was meticulously relief-etched, printed, and colored in 1789. A...

Birmingham's rock music scene has thrived on camaraderie and collaboration for decades. With no competitiveness, it has maintained a punk rock ethos while also appealing to a mainstream audience, thanks to DIY clubs and alternative radio support. Once one of the country's most successful...