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Saxophonist, violinist, trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Ornette Coleman, along with pianist Cecil Taylor, was one of the founding forces of the Free Jazz movement which took the music world by storm in the 1950s and 60s. His brilliance as an instrumentalist at first positioned...

Showcasing upcoming artists, models, creators & businesses in the field of fashion & entertainment, worldwide. HNST magazine, with over 10 years of hands on experience in the industry, brings you a quarterly issue packed with passionate individuals, company's that motivate and fashion that never...

This book examines the succession of events towards the potential standardization of the music for "The Star-Spangled Banner" from an initial letter to President Roosevelt in 1907 to the 1958 congressional hearings on the National Anthem, and the later work of the Swiss-Born American...

Who inspired Johannes Brahms in his art of writing music? In this book, Jacquelyn E. C. Sholes provides a fresh look at the ways in which Brahms employed musical references to works of earlier composers in his own instrumental music. By analyzing newly identified...

This is the final book in the series on orchestral conducting that Norman Del Mar had been writing until his death in February 1994. As with the previous books, each chapter is devoted to a specific work, and once again all the major orchestral...

A lively and revelatory exploration of the history of the countertenor by Anthony Roth Costanzo, the Grammy Awardwinning star of Philip Glass's Akhnaten and "one of opera's biggest stars" (The New York Times). The sound of a countertenor, often described as ethereal and otherworldly,...

From music journalist and cochief content officer at Billboard Jason Lipshutz, a captivating cultural history of the boy band sensation One Direction, featuring exclusive new interviews with their key collaborators. Over 70 million records sold worldwide. Multiple sold-out tours played to millions of screaming...

In the spring of 2018, Tom Piazza climbed into a 1977 Coupe de Ville with the great singer-songwriter John Prine to write an article for the Oxford American. Their Florida road trip ignited a deep friendship, full of tall tales over epic meals, long...

The Unofficial Taylor Swift Eras Tour Map is the must-have souvenir for any Swiftie. 11 albums. 149 concerts. Five continents. From the emotional rollercoaster of scoring tickets to costume prep and predicting surprise songs, this map captures the full spectrum of Eras Tour memories....

This book is the first study of John Zorn's 'file card' works, with special focus made on the pieces Godard (1985), Spillane (1986), Interzone (2010), and Liber Novus (2010).Author: Maurice WindleburnISBN-10: 1032342889ISBN-13: 9781032342887Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/26/2025Pages: 140Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.33d

The ultimate coloring book for Bad Bunny fans around the world! Whether he's headlining the Super Bowl, selling out stadiums, or wrestling in the WWE, Bad Bunny is rewriting the rules of fame. THE UNOFFICIAL BAD BUNNY COLORING BOOK is a vibrant celebration of...

This unforgettable and in-depth exploration of The Beach Boys' incredible output during their early to peak years, from 1961 to 1967, interweaves recollections by group members, family, friends, and musical colleagues. David Beard compiles a wide range of fascinating and eye-opening conversations and original...

Author: Christine L. Ridarsky,Patricia UttaroISBN-10: 1956313060ISBN-13: 9781956313062Publisher: RIT Cary Graphic Arts PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/15/2023Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 9.10h x 5.80w x 0.20d

This research into the tempos of Bach's dance music answers the age-old question, "How fast should this piece be?" Because Bach's tempo often differs from current performance practice, this research transforms our understanding of his music.Bach's sacred music makes up more than three-fourths of...

A thrilling new biography of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky--composer of some of the world's most popular orchestral and theatrical music "A lively, argumentative and thoughtful reflection on one of the 19th century's most important musical figures."--Michael O'Donnell, Wall Street Journal Tchaikovsky is famous for all...

An extraordinary tale of a collaboration between a composing prodigy and a Washington politician, the story of how a Thai schoolboy came to create the entire oevre of an American composer is fabulous in the true sense of the world ... a modern mythic...

A comprehensive guide to the men and women who contributed to and defined these musical genres in South CarolinaIn An Encyclopedia of South Carolina Jazz and Blues Musicians, Benjamin Franklin V documents the careers of South Carolina jazz and blues musicians from the nineteenth...

Learn how to write and compose music for commercials. Kill writer's block and find out how to see "The Matrix" as you become a power player in such a lucrative musical field. A must-have for every songwriter, instrumentalist, composer, and musician looking to get...

M. Montagu-Nathan takes an in-depth look and the history of Russian music, and a special look at the rise and progress of the Russian School of Composers. Contents include: Introduction; Part 1- The Pre-nationalists. Volkoff- Berezovsky, Bortniansky and Verstovsky, Glinka "A Life for the...

"Master Of German Music" delves into the rich tapestry of German musical history, exploring the lives and works of its most influential composers. Authored by John Alexander Fuller-Maitland, this book offers insightful perspectives on the evolution of German music and its enduring impact on...

Not just a brilliant virtuoso player but a revolutionary force, Pablo Casals fundamentally redefined the art of playing the cello with his innovative approach and technique. Recognised in his own time as a performer without equal, his influence continues to touch musicians all over...

Few films in the annals of American horror impale fear, joy, and blood-dripping passion like Friday the 13th. No longer castigated as merely a luckless date on the Gregorian calendar, the folkloric significance of the thirteenth day of the month falling on a Friday...

Join me for a trip back in time to the early days of the Canadian rock scene. We start in my early days with Whitey (Glan) and the Roulettes. Our next stop is Yorkville, where Mike's Trio becomes Luke (Gibson) and The Apostles. After...

This collection features a selection of masterworks by Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, presented in a simplified version for the beginner.10 easy and fun themes to play as solos, that can be accompanied by piano or guitar (chords symbols are included above the staff).A complementary repertoire...

When Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart attempted to rise from the ashes of their brief post-punk glory as members of The Tourists, the odds seemed drastically stacked against them. However, initial setbacks were not enough to stop their transformation into the powerhouse that became...

A study of Italian composer Ennio Morricone's creative engagement with the western film genre, surveying his original film scores in their generic, historical, industrial, and cultural contexts. Ennio Morricone composed 34 scores for films released between 1963 and 2015; the success and impact of...

What should musicians and their audiences do with evolving broadcast and recording technologies? This is the question that occupied French writer and engineer Pierre Schaeffer from his first radio job in 1936 until his retirement as Director of the Research Service of the Office...

Celebrated, controversial, and conspicuously eclectic, Paul Simon's Graceland stands among the monumental albums of the 20th century. This book explores how and why it made its mark, from the international collaborations that defined its musical character, to the inflamed political environment from which it...

For more information, see http: //www.corpusmusicae.com/msd/msd_cc022.htmAuthor: Edwin B. WarrenISBN-10: 1595512594ISBN-13: 9781595512598Publisher: American Institute of MusicologyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1969Pages: 232Format: Hardcover

Niemen Enigmatic is the fourth album in the career of Czeslaw Niemen, arguably one of the greatest Polish musicians of all time (from pop and rock to jazz-rock and avant-garde). The book asks how significant was this album? How enduring is its popularity? Has...

Released in 2008, J-pop trio Perfume's GAME shot to the top of Japanese music charts and turned the Hiroshima trio into a household name across the country. It was also a high point for techno-pop, the genre's biggest album since the heyday of Yellow...

Melbourne, 1971: radical counterculture, hippies, opposition to the Vietnam War and consumerism. The birth of Oz blues rock. Influenced by American blues after Robert Johnson, parallel to developments with Paul Butterfield, the Bluesbreakers and Canned Heat, Chain's music also developed in distinct ways, taking...

The Case Against Wagner (originally published in 1888) was one Nietzsche's last books, and his wittiest. In Wagner's music, in his doctrine, in his whole concept of art, Nietzsche saw the confirmation, the promotion, even the encouragement, of that decadence and degeneration which is...

In clear, non-technical language, Robert Witkin guides the reader through the complexities of Adorno's argument about the link between music and morality and the detailed analytic discussions of specific musical works with which he supported it.Author: Robert W. WitkinISBN-10: 0415162920ISBN-13: 9780415162920Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/19/1998Pages:...

Charles Frantz provides a quantitative and qualitative analysis of Debussy's music through the lens of Bergson's philosophical perspective of durée, revealing his 'revolution' in musical time.Author: Charles FrantzISBN-10: 0367479117ISBN-13: 9780367479114Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/21/2024Pages: 166Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.94lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.44d

(Percussion). Steve Gadd is one of the most influential drummers of our time. He has set new standards for the art of drumming and his unique contribution can be heard on albums by Paul Simon, Chick Corea, Rickie Lee Jones, Steely Dan and Paul...

The first guide to research on Telemann in any language. The 'Telemann Renaissance' is now more than half-century old. The veritable explosion of performances, both live and recorded, of the composer's music in recent decades has won him an ever-increasing following among musicians and...

Music managers and artists will learn the secrets of successful management with scenarios from a manager's work life along with the legal and business skills to master them. Through stories of real-life famous artist-manager teams, the authors analyze, criticize, and detail what a manager...

In this major new interpretation of the music of J. S. Bach, we gain a striking picture of the composer as a unique critic of his age. By reading Bach's music "against the grain" of contemporaries such as Vivaldi and Telemann, Laurence Dreyfus explains...

From bestselling biographer Sean Smith comes the fascinating and tumultuous true story behind Sir Tom Jones, the nation's treasure, sage of The Voice and living music legend. Celebrating his 75th birthday this year, Tom Jones' life has been an unforgettable rollercoaster ride. From starting...

What happens when the spotlight shifts? Following the extraordinary success of Human Racing and The Riddle, Nik Kershaw continued to craft the same intelligent, accessible pop music that had made him a household name. Yet somehow, the record-buying public had begun to look elsewhere.This...

"Touring has been in our blood since the very beginning. There are countless moments and memories that we've shared with fans across the world over the years, and we're thrilled that so many of them have been captured in this book." - The Rolling...

"Touring has been in our blood since the very beginning. There are countless moments and memories that we've shared with fans across the world over the years, and we're thrilled that so many of them have been captured in this book." - The Rolling...

From the silence of a Turin Institute for Infants to the unfolding symphonies of a life in music, The Unknown Composer is a deeply personal memoir of identity, transformation, and creative devotion.John A. Carollo-born Giovanni Baudino-was adopted from Italy and raised in Pennsylvania, a...

Join me for a trip back in time to the early days of the Canadian rock scene. We start in my early days with Whitey (Glan) and the Roulettes. Our next stop is Yorkville, where Mike's Trio becomes Luke (Gibson) and The Apostles. After...

This collection features a selection of masterworks by Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, presented in a simplified version for the beginner.10 easy and fun themes to play as solos, that can be accompanied by piano or guitar (chords symbols are included above the staff).A complementary repertoire...

This collection features a selection of masterworks by Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, presented in a simplified version for the beginner.10 easy and fun themes to play as solos, that can be accompanied by piano or guitar (chords symbols are included above the staff).A complementary repertoire...

Few films in the annals of American horror impale fear, joy, and blood-dripping passion like Friday the 13th. No longer castigated as merely a luckless date on the Gregorian calendar, the folkloric significance of the thirteenth day of the month falling on a Friday...

What hasn't been said about Miles Davis? Much has been written about the jazz trumpeter and band leader, yet studies of Davis are often restricted to the groundbreaking acoustic jazz he produced between the 1940s and 50s. While more recent studies revisit his 1960s...

An incredible whirlwind of talent, transformation, and turmoil, the British pop icon's life is detailed in this sensitive and heart-rending portrait. For most of the early 1960s, Dusty Springfield was the most popular and best-selling female recording artist in Britain, becoming the first bonafide...