Music - Reference

This is the first book to focus on the role of education in relation to music and gender. Invoking a concept of musical patriarchy and a theory of the social construction of musical meaning, Lucy Green shows how women's musical practices and gendered musical...

Author Michael Wood has been described as "the hardest working man in show business". He has been called one of the "most connected people in today's music industry". Everything from touring North America to voting on the Grammy Awards to now being a professor...

Through interviews with industry experts in the US and the UK, The Guerilla Guide gives priceless tips on every aspect of gigging - from rehearsals to foreign tours. It takes you through the process of recording, from home-made demos to releasing your own finished...

Donahue presents a collection of style and formatting guidelines designed to help writers express the special notations, terms, and concepts found in the discipline of music. A glossary of typographic terms, a bibliography, and a comprehensive index help make this a valuable resource for...

No progressive rock band could ever be said to be a household name, but Van der Graaf Generator, who celebrated their fiftieth anniversary in 2018, rarely enjoyed that distinction even in the households of many prog fans. VdGG, and the band's main creative force,...

When Ashley Hutchings broke away from Fairport Convention in 1969, he recruited two musical duos who didn't seem to agree about very much at all. This fractious group imploded before their debut album was even released. Undeterred, two new musicians were enlisted and Steeleye...

It's been more than 50 years since extraordinary British rock band Van Der Graaf Generator released their legendary fourth studio album, Pawn Hearts: a mind-splitting masterpiece that fascinated an entire generation of music lovers, redefining what could be done within the realm of music....

This is a new release of the original 1948 edition.Author: Corinne HelineISBN-10: 1494069881ISBN-13: 9781494069889Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 282Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.45lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.59d

This book charts all of the albums which feature The Chic Organisation, helmed by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards. As well as records under the Chic name, they also wrote, produced and played on records by Sister Sledge, Diana Ross, Debbie Harry, Johnny Mathis,...

First Published in 2002. A Century of American Popular Music is an annotated index to over 2,000 of the most popular, best remembered, historically important and otherwise influential and interesting popular music, from the landmark publication of Scott Joplin's Maple Leaf Rag to the...

Drumming is not merely about rhythms and beats; it's an intricate dance between the mind and body, each constantly influencing the other. This profound connection means that your psychological state is as pivotal to your performance as your physical abilities. Consider the effortless groove...

The neglected psychedelic classics 'Happenings Ten Years Time Ago' and 'Mister, You're A Better Man Than I'carried their legacy over into the punk era. Their cult albums, Five Live Yardbirds, Roger The Engineer and Little Games, remain highly esteemed and collectable decades later, while...

Get onboard the tour bus and travel down memory lane to the formative years of the music business on a journey with amazed audiences, destroyed hotel rooms, lovestruck groupies and scandalised towns. And getting stuck in a lift with Steve McQueen. Get ready to...

Irish Minstrels and Musicians: With Numerous Dissertations on Related Subjects is a book written by Francis O'Neill and published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and culture of Irish music, with a focus on the lives and works of...

Sex. Drugs. Loud music. Wild costumes. Dazzling light shows. These words can all describe a great rock concert or a hot dance club, but they were also part and parcel of the ancient cultural phenomenon known as the "Mystery religions." In this book, author...

The Cottagers: A Comic Opera, In Two Acts is a play written by Anna Ross in 1788. The story revolves around a group of cottagers who are struggling to make ends meet. They are faced with various challenges, including a greedy landlord who wants...

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,...

(String Letter Publishing). This illustrated guide offers the most comprehensive information available on antique and handmade instrument and bow values. Issued annually, the guide provides prices in dollars, pounds, marks, and yen of instruments offered at the world's major auction houses in the past...

The Law of Theatres and Music Halls is a book written by William Nevill Montgomerie Geary and originally published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide to the legal aspects of running a theatre or music hall, including contracts and precedents of contracts....

Music of the Tule Indians of Panama is a book written by Frances Densmore that explores the music and culture of the Tule indigenous community in Panama. The book provides a detailed account of the traditional music of the Tule people, including their songs,...

Examining the various boundaries of American artistic tolerance, chapters address the societal and legal responses to rock and rap music. Artistic expression has historically clashed with mainstream views, resulting in apprehension acted upon internally and externally, especially when expression is aimed toward children or...

Film as poetry--poetry as film--from one of the great European Modernists.Author: Jean CocteauISBN-10: 0714529745ISBN-13: 9780714529745Publisher: Marion Boyars PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2000Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 8.46h x 5.26w x 0.63d

Exploring English Lyrics is the most unified collection of English art texts with transcriptions available. The selections span nearly 500 years of art song history with 790 unique lyrics set by more than 129 composers. The recommended pronunciations enhance the sung delivery of the...

This is a deliberately provocative book crossing many disciplinary boundaries and locating music and art education within a context of contemporary social and political problems in a time of growing disruption and authoritarianism. Intended firstly for music teacher educators, practicing music teachers, and graduate...

This groundbreaking book sets out to explore The Beatles' songwriting techniques in a clear and readable style. It is aimed not only at musicians but anyone who has ever enjoyed the work of one of the most productive and successful songwriting partnerships of the...

South Africa possesses one of the richest popular music traditions in the world - from marabi to mbaqanga, from boeremusiek to bubblegum, from kwela to kwaito. Yet the risk that future generations of South Africans will not know their musical roots is very real....

Paul Hindemith: A Research and Information Guide is an annotated bibliography concerning both the nature of primary sources related to the composer and the scope and significance of the secondary sources which deal with him, his compositions, and his influence as a musician and...

The Opera Guide: A Concise Description Of Plot And Incidents Of The Principal Operas (1887) by Edward Barker is a comprehensive guidebook that provides a detailed summary of the plot and incidents of the principal operas. The book was published in 1887 and is...

"A Complete History of Music," by Winton James Baltzell, offers a comprehensive exploration of music's rich past, perfect for students, music clubs, and individual study. Delve into the evolution of music, from its earliest forms to the master composers and groundbreaking innovations that shaped...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the world's greatest symphonies, giving an overview of their history and their composers. It includes detailed analyses of each symphony and is an essential resource for all music enthusiasts.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

"A Career in Music: 10 Steps to Success" by Bob D'Eith is a comprehensive guide to assist aspiring recording artists to navigate the complexities of the music industry. This third edition of the book offers current, practical advice on building a successful music career...

Duran Duran, New Romantic trailblazers and '80s teen idols, are a British institution. Over nearly 45 years, they have broken ground with their indelible music videos, released multiple hit albums and garnered critical acclaim. From their classic self-titled debut LP and the exuberant synth-pop...

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Popular Music and Youth Culture provides a comprehensive and fully up-to-date overview of key themes and debates relating to the academic study of popular music and youth culture. While this is a highly popular and rapidly expanding field of research,...

In Memoriam, William McKinley: Academy Of Music, Thursday Evening, September 19, 1901, Philadelphia (1901) is a book published by the Philadelphia Academy of Music. The book is a tribute to William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, who was assassinated on September...

Explore the science of sound and space with "Acoustics of Auditoriums," a foundational work by F. R. Watson, originally published in 1914 as part of the University of Illinois Bulletin. This meticulously reprinted edition delves into the principles of architectural acoustics, offering insights into...

(Berklee Guide). Lee Berk was president of his namesake Berklee College of Music for twenty-five years, where he turned a small, family-operated school into the world's largest and most innovative music education institution. In this book, you'll learn how Berk led the institution's unprecedented...

THE B.B. KING READER SIX DECADES OF COMMENTARYAuthor: Richard KostelanetzISBN-10: 0634099272ISBN-13: 9780634099274Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing CorporationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2005Pages: 348Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.28lbsSize: 9.22h x 6.24w x 0.98dReview Citation(s): Ingram Advance 09/01/2005 pg. 99

Book 1)Music Theory: For Beginners - The Only 7 Exercises You Need to Learn Music Fundamentals and the Elements of Written Music TodayBook 2)How to Read Music: In 1 Day - The Only 7 Exercises You Need to Learn Sheet Music Theory and Reading...

Violins and Violin Makers; Biographical Dictionary of the Great Italian Artistes, their Followers and Imitators, to the present time. With Essays on Important Subjects Connected with the Violin, is a classical book and has been considered important throughout the human history. So that this...

Martin provides a guide to opera that is sweeping in its scope, thorough in its detail, and authoritative in its commentary. He recalls a century of achievement in an art form that today enjoys unprecedented popularity and that has been generously enriched by challenging...

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 is a book every performer and listener will enjoy reading.'- Gina Beukes, leading international violinist, violist and teacherDo you ever wish you had time to read the programme notes in depth before rushing to take your seat at a concert - or that...

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 working-class records from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s labor movements that capture the power of music to galvanize and document a movement.Workers have been producing culture for as long as they've been fighting for better working conditions, higher wages, and sometimes even revolution....

Prior to record charts launching in 1952, the music charts of the United Kingdom were based primarily on sales of sheet music. This book contains a comprehensive list of every song to appear on these charts, along with its composer, entry date, peak position,...

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...

Noted music education and arts activist Charles Fowler has inspired music educators for more than 60 years. In this book, editor Craig Resta brings together the most important of Fowler's writings from the journal Musical America for new generations of readers. Here, Fowler speaks...

The Book of Songs by Rohsad Faraj is a collection of powerful and heartfelt lyrics that bring music, passion, and life together. Through these verses, Faraj explores themes of love, ambition, faith, and determination, creating songs full of energy and emotion. From the confidence...

(Music Sales America). Over 500 standard chord forms presented in easy to read diagrams and clear, close-up photos. All the right chords at your fingertips Suitable for all keyboards.Author: Leonard VoglerISBN-10: 0825615887ISBN-13: 9780825615887Publisher: Music SalesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/1996Pages: 256Format: SpiralWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 12.00h x 4.60w x...

From panpipes, to the agogo bell, to the tuba, musical instruments have formed an integral part of the cultures of the world. Their range and diversity--including the simplest of spoons as well as the complex pressure systems of a pipe organ--have inspired the skill...