Music - Reference

Grammy Award-winning music producer Sylvia Massy provides a visual tour through the fascinating world of vintage microphones with hundreds of original, full-color photographs. Based on one of the largest collections in the world, this book is for the appreciation of the art, technology, and...

The Reader's Guide to Music is designed to provide a useful single-volume guide to the ever-increasing number of English language book-length studies in music. Each entry consists of a bibliography of some 3-20 titles and an essay in which these titles are evaluated, by...

Musings and Memories of a Musician is a memoir written by George Henschel, a celebrated musician and conductor of the late 19th and early 20th century. The book, published in 1919, is a collection of Henschel's personal recollections and reflections on his life and...

The Music and Musical Instruments of Japan is a detailed book written by Francis Taylor Piggott in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the traditional music of Japan, including its history, development, and cultural significance. It also examines the various musical instruments...

A Primer Of Modern Musical Tonality: Intended For Self-Study, As An Introduction To The Study Of Harmony (1876) is a comprehensive guide to understanding modern musical tonality written by John Henry Cornell. The book is designed to be used as a self-study tool for...

This book is a descriptive catalogue of the musical instruments in the South Kensington Museum. It includes descriptions and illustrations of a wide range of instruments from different countries and time periods, providing valuable insight into the development of music and instruments throughout history....

This book is one of the most renowned reference works for music scholars and enthusiasts. It provides comprehensive information on virtually every aspect of music and its history, including composers, performers, instruments, musical forms and genres, and more. This latest edition was edited by...

This book is one of the most renowned reference works for music scholars and enthusiasts. It provides comprehensive information on virtually every aspect of music and its history, including composers, performers, instruments, musical forms and genres, and more. This latest edition was edited by...

The Golden Age of American Musical Theatre provides synopses, cast and production credits, song titles, and other pertinent information for over 180 musicals from Oklahoma! to On A Clear Day You Can See Forever. Concentrating on a 22-year span, this book lists both commercial...

The A to Z of Sacred Music covers the most important aspects of the sacred music of Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and other smaller religious groups. It provides useful information on all the significant traditions of this music through the use of...

This is an updated and expanded edition of the catalogue of Dmitri Shostakovich's music, a comprehensive listing of all his published and unnumbered works from 1915 to 1975. More than 175 major works are described and annotated with details including dates of composition, durations,...

This annotated bibliography contains over 700 entries covering adult non-fiction books on jazz published from 1990 through 1999. Entries are organized by category, including biographies, history, individual instruments, essays and criticism, musicology, regional studies, discographies, and reference works. Three indexes--by title, author, and subject--are...

In Child Composers and Their Works: A Historical Survey, Barry Cooper examines over 100 composers born before 1900 who wrote substantial musical works before age 16. The book provides a general overview of the subject, examining the ways and identifying possible reasons these works...

A Choice "Best Academic" book in its first edition, The Recorder remains an essential resource for anyone who wants to know about this instrument. This new edition is thoroughly redone, takes account of the publishing activity of the years since its first publication, and...

Women in Music: A Research and Information Guide is an annotated bibliography emerging from more than twenty-five years of feminist scholarship on music. This book testifies to the great variety of subjects and approaches represented in over two decades of published writings on women,...

Chamber Music: A Research and Information Guide is a reference tool for anyone interested in chamber music. It is not a history or an encyclopedia but a guide to where to find answers to questions about chamber music. The third edition adds nearly 600...

The Directory of Choral-Orchestral Music is the most comprehensive index of music written for orchestra with chorus in print today.Offering performance information about choral works by more than 900 composers, the more than 3,500 entries include pertinent details such as instrumentation, languages, timings, publishers,...

Ragtime: An Encyclopedia, Discography, and Sheetography is the definitive reference work for this important popular form of music that flourished from the 1890s through the 1920s, and was one of the key predecessors of jazz. It collects for the first time entries on all...

Alberto Ginastera: A Research and Information Guide is the first bio-bibliographic study of the composer and the only published book on the subject in English. This work fills a critical gap in contemporary music studies by enriching our knowledge of one of the most...

Isaac Albéniz is one of the most important figures in the history of Spanish music. A legendary child prodigy, he went on to become one of the leading concert pianists of his generation in Europe. However, he aspired to compose music rooted in the...

Modern literature has always been obsessed by music. It cannot seem to think about itself without obsessing about music. And music has returned the favour. The Routledge Companion to Music and Modern Literature addresses this relationship as a significant contribution to the burgeoning field...

One of rock and roll's iconic figures, Bruce Springsteen produced his most influential, and many would argue his greatest body of work from 1973 to 1987. During that time, he released eight studio albums, along with the mammoth live album Live/1975-1985. Among these records...

Unlock the Rhythmic Heart of Banjo PlayingGreat banjo music begins with the right picking patterns-the steady pulse that gives every tune its soul. Banjo Picking Patterns by Isaac Koeny is your complete guide to mastering the rolls, finger movements, and rhythmic flow that define...

LEGENDARY BRITISH HARD ROCK BANK In the beginning, there was Led Zeppelin - and Black Sabbath, and Deep Purple, the progenitors of British heavy metal, a musical form that wildly expanded the terrain of rock in the early Seventies. And as that decade progressed,...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1910 Edition.Author: W. L. HubbardISBN-10: 1498112692ISBN-13: 9781498112697Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 550Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.11d

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,...

Rich in quality and diversity, the history of music in Georgia is a long one by American standards, spanning the better part of three centuries. This volume explores the musical landscape of Georgia's colonial period, from traditional ballads and operatic productions to John Wesley's...

Three-Note-Per-String Fretboard System: A 3-Note-Per-String Scale Collection for Guitarists is a complete visual reference for players who want to understand scale shapes, fretboard layout, and modal patterns with clarity and consistency. Designed as a clean, practical, and easy-to-navigate resource, this book presents every major...

The purpose of this book is to help folks understand and use this new hexadecimal or 'hex' notation for scales.It is an introduction, covering binary and hexadecimal numbers and their use in naming and illustrating scales.It is intended to be suitable for novice and...

Indiana entertainers have seen many changes through the years, but one universal truth unites them: They are all...Reaching for the High NoteMusic truly does make the world go around. It affects our moods and adds to everything we do. Can you imagine a film...

(Berklee Press). It's your bass take care of it! The Bass Player's Handbook provides bassists with a complete guide to understanding the origin and workings of their instrument. Greg Mooter outlines fundamental concepts of proper fingering, tone production and good practice habits. You will...

Exploring the parallel development of the brass band movement and religious fervor in late 19th-century America, this work includes illustrations from original materials as well as scores for 22 works. While the choral tradition has remained strong in churches, in this earlier period both...

“The History of Music, Volume 5” by Emil Naumann and Frederick Arthur Gore Ouseley, offers a detailed exploration of musical evolution. This volume delves into specific periods, composers, and styles, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of music's historical trajectory. The book analyzes the...

"In his latest book on the aesthetics of music, Peter Kivy presents an argument not for authenticity but for authenticities of performance, including authenticities of intention, sound, practice, and the authenticity of personal interpretation in performance.... As usual, Kivy's work is beautifully written, well...

This encyclopedia includes entries for 1,153 world premiere (and other significant) performances of operas in Europe, the United States, Latin America and Russia. Entries offer details about key persons, arias, interesting facts, and date and location of each premiere. There is a biographical dictionary...

""The Buffoon: The Substance Of Leoncavallo�������s Opera, I Pagliacci"" is a book written by Theodore M. R. Von Keler that provides a complete analysis of the famous Italian opera ""I Pagliacci"" by composer Ruggero Leoncavallo. The book delves into the history of the opera,...

Whether it's facts that will absolutely shock you or things you know all too well, Swift-o-graphics will show you incredible things in this comprehensive visual journey through the global phenomenon that is Taylor Swift. Enter the era of total Swift domination with Swift-o-graphics, jam-packed...

Classic Country Music Trivia Quiz by Mark Knickelbine: Country music lovers and historians alike will devour more than 400 questions.Author: Mark J. KnickelbineISBN-10: 1934553077ISBN-13: 9781934553077Publisher: Bower HouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2008Pages: 190Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.49h x 5.58w x 0.48d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1875 Edition.Author: Hermann HelmholtzISBN-10: 1498119840ISBN-13: 9781498119849Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 598Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.74lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.21d

""Plays for the High Holidays: With Incidental Music and Dancing"" by Janet E. Tobitt is a collection of plays specifically written for the Jewish High Holidays, including Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. The book includes four plays, each with its own unique story and...

Mozart's Opera Don Giovanni is a classic masterpiece that was composed by the legendary Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1859. The book is a musical score that features one of the most iconic operas of all time. Don Giovanni tells the story of a notorious...

The first volume of the almanac January-June of the rock music and events of the new wave and post-punk decade '77-'87 and beyondAuthor: Michael KrilichISBN-13: 9798231287246Publisher: APS BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/21/2025Pages: 494Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.50lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.99d

The Life of Philidor: Musician and Chess-Player is a biographical work written by George Allen in 1863. The book explores the life and career of Fran�����ois-Andr����� Danican Philidor, a French musician and chess player who lived in the 18th century. Philidor was a renowned...

Discover the secrets of violin maintenance with "The Repairing & Restoration of Violins" by Horace Petherick. Part of 'The Strad' Library, this volume provides detailed insights into the techniques and practices of repairing and restoring these cherished stringed instruments. Whether you're a seasoned luthier...

Wishbone Ash formed in London, UK, in 1969, going on to tour constantly, forging their own approach to songwriting and playing. During that decade, the band created a distinctive, original sound, with twin lead guitars often playing in harmony. They are best known for...

From their DIY beginnings in Scarborough, Ontario, to becoming Canadian music icons with a global reach, Barenaked Ladies have spent over three decades crafting a distinctive mix of witty lyrics, catchy melodies and a unique blend of humour. This book celebrates the wit, wisdom...

Believe in yourself. Believe in your songs. Believe in the music.The Music Hustle: How to Book the Gig is the essential guidebook for budding musicians looking to break into the local music scene; full of valuable anecdotes and savvy advice from several successful gigging...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.Author: Frederick R. BurtonISBN-10: 1498056008ISBN-13: 9781498056007Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 376Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.43lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 0.78d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1903 Edition.Author: Garrett ServissISBN-10: 1497968216ISBN-13: 9781497968219Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 166Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.35d

This is a new release of the original 1927 edition.Author: Eva Augusta Vescelius,Louise Vescelius-SheldonISBN-10: 1494011875ISBN-13: 9781494011871Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 122Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.26d