Music - Reference

Psychedelic rock's four-part machine rose from early 1990s beginnings, reshaping sound through album-by-album evolution, conflict, and fame. Four equally vital components in one psychedelic machine, The Verve emerged in the early 1990s and set themselves apart, first from shoegaze and then Britpop. From shimmering,...

Author: Joel WhitburnISBN-10: 0898202361ISBN-13: 9780898202366Publisher: Record Research Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.88lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.70w x 1.50d

Author: Joel WhitburnISBN-10: 0898202140ISBN-13: 9780898202144Publisher: Record Research Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2015Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.39lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.60w x 1.30d

Author: Joel WhitburnISBN-10: 0898202159ISBN-13: 9780898202151Publisher: Record Research Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2015Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.80lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.60w x 0.80d

"The Violinist's Encyclopedic Dictionary" is an essential reference work for students, professional musicians, and enthusiasts of the violin. This comprehensive volume provides a wealth of information regarding musical terminology, technical definitions, and historical context pertinent to the world of stringed instruments.Within its pages, readers...

"Counterpoint for Beginners" is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the fundamental principles of polyphonic music composition. Written by the esteemed educator and composer C. H. Kitson, this instructional text serves as a definitive guide for students and musicians seeking to master the art...

What happens when a washed-up rock musician gets a second shot at life... with the most outrageous band imaginable?That's the advice Dennis "Big I" Isaacs gets when his life falls apart-his marriage is over, his career is gone, and his future looks like a...

Stop Press Hits chronicles how the UK pop charts leapt from the pages of the music press into the heart of mainstream media.From the arrival of rock 'n' roll and Elvis to the rise of the Beatles and beyond, rival charts vied for attention...

In the mesmerizing fourth volume of the captivating series, The History of the Music Industry: 1930 to 1949, journey back in time to an era where the melodies of change echoed through the airwaves. Immerse yourself in the transformative power of music as you...

Lost Transmissions weaves amongst brambled pathways to take in the haunted soundscapes of electronica, the rise of the occult in the 1970s, cinema and television's dystopian dreamscapes and hauntological work which creates and gives a glimpse into parallel worlds. It is a recording of...

Roy Weard was born in Barking, then a part of Essex, in 1948. He spent most of the mid-sixties through to the mid seventies involved first in folk music and then in the psychedelic hippie scene. He toured with many bands in various capacities...

If you want to learn how to survive, thrive, and have an epic music festival experience, then get HowExpert Guide to Music Festivals. This guide is written by Lydia Endel, who has real-life knowledge, passion, and experience in exploring many different music festivals.This book...

The Pianolist's Library of Music Rolls is a comprehensive guidebook for pianists and music enthusiasts, written by Gustav Kobbe and published in 1916. The book is a collection of music rolls, which are perforated rolls of paper that can be played on a player...

""Iris: An Opera In Three Acts"" is a libretto written by Italian playwright Luigi Illica, first published in 1902. The story revolves around a young Japanese girl named Iris, who is forced into prostitution by her father after her mother dies. Iris falls in...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The Modern Amazons: Warrior Women on Screen documents the public's seemingly insatiable fascination with the warrior woman archetype in film and on television. The book examines the cautious beginnings of new roles for women in the late fifties, the rapid development of female action...

Solo Vocal Works on Jewish Themes: A Bibliography of Jewish Composers is an extensive, annotated bibliography of Jewish music, featuring large-scale stage, concert, and liturgical compositions written by Jewish composers from every known time period and country. Hundreds of composers are represented in nearly...

Every album by these legends of Americana The Band's music is often described in terms of nostalgia, yet its character is more complex. Rather than simply revisiting established American traditions, the group engaged in a careful reinterpretation of blues, folk, country and gospel forms,...

"Opera Synopses: A Guide to the Plots and Characters of the Standard Operas" is an essential reference for music lovers and opera enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive guide offers detailed summaries of the most celebrated works in the operatic repertoire, providing readers with a clear...

The Session Bb Instruments, Play along with the MP3s ( free MP3s Download link information provided at the back page of the book ) Or use the sheet music parts to build the band around you, use the piano Accompaniment parts for small performances...

The Irish Musical Repository: A Choice Selection Of Esteemed Irish Songs is a book published in 1808 by B. Crosby And Company Publisher. The book is a collection of Irish songs that were highly regarded at the time of its publication. The songs included...

From Paper to Pixels is a guide for musicians making the transition from paper sheet music to digital sheet music readers and apps. From selecting the perfect tablet or computer to finding the right apps and tools for reading and writing music, exploring online...

Author: Alan Greenwood,Ram W. TuliISBN-10: 1884883354ISBN-13: 9781884883354Publisher: Vintage Guitar Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2026Pages: 644Format: Paperback

Every Song Starts Somewhere.Sometimes it's a lyric you can't stop thinking about.Sometimes it's a melody recorded into your phone at midnight.Sometimes it's a chord progression.A feeling.A story.Or simply one line that sounds too good to forget.Songwriting Book for Beginners gives aspiring and developing songwriters...

Stop staring at a blank prompt box wondering what to type.AI Music Prompts: Lo-Fi is a ready-to-use library of over 1,000 professionally written prompts built specifically for AI music generators like Suno and Udio. Every prompt is fully formed and copy-paste ready - no...

"New Musical Resources" is a foundational text in twentieth-century music theory and a manifesto of modernist composition. Written by the visionary American composer and pianist Henry Cowell, this work systematically explores the expanding boundaries of sound, rhythm, and harmony. Cowell presents a radical approach...

The first part of the career of this legendary progressive rock band Yes are the archetypal 1970s progressive rock group. Playing powerful and adventurous music when it was briefly part of the mainstream, the band thrilled millions with their iconic albums and epic live...

(String Letter Publishing). Whether it's coping with overuse problems, conquering performance anxiety, or just keeping your body in great string-playing shape, experts from the pages of Strings magazine will help you in all areas of player wellness. This handy guide includes helpful tips from...

Few artists have had as great an impact with their debut single as Procol Harum. Mesmerizing and perplexing in equal measure, 'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' remains the perfect distillation of the possibilities of psychedelia in that brief period when British pop seemed to...

Humans are the only animals that gather in stadiums and scream in unison. The only ones who risk choking to death because our larynx evolved for sound instead of safety. The only ones who soothe infants with melody before they ever understand a word....

Instrumental Music Education: Teaching with the Theoretical and Practical in Harmony, Fourth Edition, is intended for college instrumental music education majors studying to be band and orchestra directors at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Its fundamental goal is to prepare music...

Legendary Guitars guides you through the electric guitars of the 1950s and '60s and the culture, styles, and music that shaped them. "Finding ways to use the same guitar people have been using for 50 years, to make sounds no one has heard before,...

Dave Grohl is one of the most respected musicians of the 21st Century. His career began in the early 1980s punk scene, and he then established himself as one of the greatest rock drummers of his generation. He survived the chaos of Nirvana to...

Timeless Tones is a guided journey through the masterpieces, composers, and ideas that shaped the Western classical tradition-from medieval chant and Renaissance polyphony to Mozart, Beethoven, Wagner, jazz-influenced modernism, and contemporary minimalism.Written for listeners rather than musicologists, this book explores the stories behind the...

Author: Joel WhitburnISBN-10: 0898202000ISBN-13: 9780898202007Publisher: Record Research Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2012Pages: 416Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.38lbsSize: 11.10h x 8.40w x 1.20d

"The Victor Book of the Opera" is a comprehensive and authoritative guide designed to enhance the listener's understanding and enjoyment of the world's greatest lyrical dramas. This extensive volume provides detailed act-by-act synopses of a vast repertoire, ranging from the foundational works of the...

"Rational Principles of Pianoforte Technique" is a cornerstone of twentieth-century piano pedagogy, authored by the legendary pianist and educator Alfred Cortot. This comprehensive method offers a systematic and analytical approach to mastering the physical and intellectual challenges of piano performance. Instead of mere mechanical...

"Instruments of the Modern Symphony Orchestra and Band" serves as an essential pictorial and explanatory guide for anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of the complex world of musical ensembles. Written by Arthur Edward Johnstone and edited by Edwin J. Stringham, this work provides a...

"Project Lessons in Orchestration" serves as a comprehensive and practical guide to the intricate art of scoring for the modern orchestra. Authored by Arthur E. Heacox, this work is structured as a series of progressive lessons designed to build a student's technical proficiency in...

Step Into the Jukebox Time Machine!How well do you really know the soundtrack of the last 70 years?From the birth of rock 'n' roll in the 1950s to the biggest hits of today, Mr. Baldman's Jukebox Time Machine Trivia takes you on an unforgettable...

You don't need years of musical training to play the Chande drum with confidence. You just need the right foundation.If you've ever tried learning a frame drum and felt lost, off-time, or unsure where to start, this book was written for you.Many beginners struggle...

The Best Wedding Songs of the 1980s: Timeless '80s Tracks for Modern WeddingsPlanning a wedding with '80s flair? Whether you're a bride, groom, DJ, or music lover, The Best Wedding Songs of the 1980s is your ultimate guide to curating the perfect retro soundtrack,...

Discover the Piano Music They Forgot to Teach YouBeyond the familiar works of the standard repertoire lies a wealth of beautiful piano music waiting to be explored. Hidden Gems of the Piano brings together twelve captivating pieces from composers who shaped keyboard music-yet whose...

The Ultimate 2010s Wedding Playlist GuideAre you searching for the perfect soundtrack for your wedding day? The Best Wedding Songs of the 2010s is your definitive guide to creating an unforgettable celebration filled with love, laughter, and music that will keep everyone on their...

Mastering Fan EngagementBuild a loyal fanbase, deepen connection, and turn casual listeners into lifelong supporters.In today's crowded music landscape, talent matters - but connection is what keeps people coming back. Fans don't just want songs. They want story, presence, personality, and a sense of...

This is the black and white student edition of Hexadecimal & Binary Scale Notation. It is intended for students, instructors and musician alike who are interested in learning about scales.The main intent is to explain the system of using three hexadecimal digits to not...

Welcome to the enchanting sheet music collection "Melody of Opposites". Whether you're a passionate musician or a simple music lover, you will be taken on a musical journey exploring the beauty inherent in duality. From delicate contrasts to intense conflicts, each composition captures the...

A Comprehensive Guide to Marketing and Promoting Music: Unleashing Your Artistic Potential. I've learned a lot about this subject and wanted to share it with you. Hope this helps.Author: Anthony FarriorISBN-13: 9798854426671Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2023Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.11lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.05d

Tales and pix from the 1960s Aussie beat-garage scene. This issue features RARE AND UNSEEN photos of the EASYBEATS, with obscure facts and details of their earliest days. Also includes articles on such legends at the 4 STRANGERS, BLACK DIAMONDS, CLIQUE, ELOIS, PINK FINKS...

The UK singles chart is the soundtrack to our lives and a barometer of the nation's mood and tastes. And ever since 1952, the battle for the number one spot has had us all talking as well as dancing. In this fascinating spin-off from...