Music - Reference

There have been numerous publications in the last decades on the Bible in literature, film, and art. But until now, no reference work has yet appeared on the Bible as it appears in Western music. In The Bible in Music: A Dictionary of Songs,...

Thirty Years������� Musical Recollections V2 (1862) is a book written by Henry Fothergill Chorley, which provides a detailed account of his experiences in the music industry over a period of thirty years. The book is the second volume of a two-part series and covers...

M. T. Ciceronis Pars Prima Sive Opera Rhetorica Et Oratoria V1 (1831) is a book authored by Marcus Tullius Cicero. The book is written in Latin and is the first part of Cicero's works on rhetoric and oratory. The book was published in 1831...

On The Sensations Of Tone As A Physiological Basis For The Theory Of Music is a book written by Hermann von Helmholtz, a German physicist and physician, and published in 1863. The book is a detailed study of the physics and physiology of music,...

""Chopin the Man and His Music"" by James Huneker is a comprehensive biography of the famous composer Frederic Chopin. The book explores Chopin's life, from his early years in Poland to his studies in Vienna and eventual move to Paris. Huneker delves into Chopin's...

Johann Strauss: Father and Son a Century of Light Music is a book written by music historian and critic H. E. Jacob. The book is a detailed biography of the famous Austrian composer Johann Strauss and his son, also named Johann Strauss, who both...

(Book). Pat Metheny is one of the most critically acclaimed, commercially successful, and musically significant artists of the last 50 years. He has not only revolutionized his instrument, but also changed the face of jazz itself. In 2007, composer, arranger, and performer Richard Niles...

""Music for Fun"" is a book written by Sigmund Spaeth that explores the joy and entertainment that music can bring to our lives. The book is a collection of various musical pieces and compositions that are easy to learn and play. It is designed...

Recent Music And Musicians: As Described In The Diaries And Correspondence Of Ignatz Moscheles (1873) is a book written by Ignatz Moscheles, a renowned composer and pianist of the 19th century. The book is a collection of Moscheles' diaries and correspondence, which provide a...

Music in America is a historical book written by Frederic Louis Ritter in 1883. The book provides a detailed account of the development of music in America, from its early beginnings to the contemporary era. Ritter explores the various musical genres that have emerged...

The Pearl And The Pumpkin: A Musical Extravaganza is a book written by Paul Clarendon West and first published in 1905. It is a story that blends music, drama, and comedy to create a unique and entertaining experience for readers. The plot revolves around...

The Standard Operas: Their Plots, Their Music And Their Composers is a comprehensive guide to some of the most famous operas of all time. Written by George Upton, a music critic and historian, this book provides detailed summaries of the plots of over 100...

This handbook provides biographies of American musicians and histories of the principal musical institutions, firms, and societies in the United States. It serves as an important reference for those interested in the history of American music and the contributions of American musicians.This work has...

Explore the fascinating world of musical acoustics with this in-depth study of sound and its properties in music. Covering topics such as pitch, timbre, and resonance, this book provides readers with a deep understanding of the science behind the sounds that we hear. This...

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 book is the first attempt at a comprehensive, international bibliography of literature on Johannes Brahms (1833-1897), worldwide in coverage and accessing literature written between 1848 and 1982 inclusive. Quigley cites more than 4,700 references, including material overlooked in previous compilations. The work is...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Eudaimonia: Perspectives for Music Learning asserts the fertile applications of eudaimonia-an Aristotelian concept of human flourishing intended to explain the nature of a life well lived-for work in music learning and teaching in the 21st century.Author: Gareth Dylan SmithISBN-10: 0367210290ISBN-13: 9780367210298Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/28/2020Pages:...

The complete illustrated guide to microphone technologyAuthor: Ray RayburnISBN-10: 0240820754ISBN-13: 9780240820750Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/10/2011Pages: 466Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.00lbsSize: 9.20h x 7.50w x 1.00d

We only ever get glimpses of Ian Dury; nothing is as it seems. From irascible rogue to national treasure, pop star to social commentator, cockney geezer to artist, he was a man greater than the sum of his parts. Part teddy boy, part punk,...

This is Volume 1 of 12 of the Universal Encyclopedia of Scales.Volume 1 covers Source Scales & Related Modes. The complete encyclopedia is also available as a book set of 12 volumes.A complete encyclopedia of scales has always been on every musician's wish-list. There...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1864 Edition.Author: William W. KeysISBN-10: 1497966736ISBN-13: 9781497966734Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 162Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.35d

The Singing Girl is a comic opera in three acts, written by Stanislaus Stange and first published in 1899. The story follows the adventures of a young woman named Rosalind, who is a talented singer and performer. Rosalind falls in love with a young...

From Please Please Me to Abbey Road, this collection of essays tells the fascinating story of the Beatles - the creation of the band, their musical influences, and their cultural significance, with emphasis on their genesis and practices as musicians, songwriters, and recording artists....

Pain and injury are near constant companions for professional musicians. Aching hands, painful joint swelling, back problems, among other ailments were all thought to be part of the price musicians had to pay to be performers. However, thanks to an increasing awareness of both...

A Guide to Library Research in Music introduces the process and techniques for researching and writing about music, providing concrete examples and offering a thorough introduction to music literature. This second edition addresses new matters in digital technology and the expansion in musical genres...

""The Meaning of Music: A Study in Psychological Aesthetics"" by Carroll C. Pratt is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological and aesthetic aspects of music. The book delves into the ways in which music affects our emotions, thoughts, and behavior, and how it can...

Bernie Williams' ability to play major league baseball at a high level was directly influenced by his musical training and his deep understanding of the similarities between musical artistry and athletic performance. Through a series of conversations, narratives, and sidebars, the authors (Bernie Williams,...

The Fortune Teller: A Comic Opera, In Three Acts (1898) is a musical masterpiece by Harry Bache Smith. The story follows the misadventures of a group of travelers who become entangled with a band of gypsies and their mysterious fortune teller. The opera features...

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...

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...

Videos featuring opera singers were initially released in the mid 1980s. This companion volume to Opera Mediagraphy: Video Recordings and Motion Pictures (Greenwood, 1993) indexes opera singers on video and film in concert, recital, and non-operatic feature film and includes VHS videotape, optical video...

Author: Alan GreenwoodISBN-10: 188488315XISBN-13: 9781884883156Publisher: Vintage Guitar Inc.Language: EnglishPublished: 12/30/2025Pages: 644Format: Paperback

Author: Martin FreresISBN-10: 1969068078ISBN-13: 9781969068072Publisher: Kimber BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/03/2026Pages: 68Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.14d

'The Rhythm Within' is the ideal companion book to your drumming practice sessions. It is filled with practical advice and exercises to help you approach and structure your learning.Unlock your creativity and feel confident in your drumming, following supportive philosophies and creative workflow guides,...

This book and its accompanying website present the selected proceedings of the inaugural, 'The Performer's Voice: An International Forum for Music Performance and Scholarship', directed by Dr Anne Marshman (editor) and hosted by the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore....

It is clear that the digital age has fully embraced music production, distribution, and transcendence for a vivid audience that demands more music both in quantity and versatility. However, the evolving world of digital music production faces a calamity of tremendous proportions: the asymmetrically...

This is a new release of the original 1930 edition.Author: Hazel Gertrude KinscellaISBN-10: 1494119412ISBN-13: 9781494119416Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 574Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.67lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.16d

This is a new release of the original 1948 edition.Author: John ErskineISBN-10: 1494118947ISBN-13: 9781494118945Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 566Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.65lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.15d

Shakespeare: His Music and Song is a book written by A. H. Moncur-Sime and originally published in 1917. The book explores the musical and lyrical elements of William Shakespeare's plays and poems, analyzing the ways in which music and song are used to enhance...

Tin Pan Alley: A Chronicle of the American Popular Music Racket is a comprehensive book by Isaac Goldberg that explores the history of the American popular music industry from the late 1800s to the mid-20th century. The book delves into the rise of Tin...

""Yuman and Yaqui Music and the Village of the Great Kivas on the Zuni Reservation New Mexico"" is a book written by Francis Densmore. The book explores the music and culture of the Yuman and Yaqui tribes, as well as the Great Kivas village...

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 Music Section of the World's Great Madonnas by Cynthia Maus is a comprehensive guide to the iconic depictions of the Madonna in music. The book explores the many musical interpretations of the Madonna, from classical compositions to modern pop songs. Each chapter focuses...

Recent Music And Musicians: As Described In The Diaries And Correspondence Of Ignatz Moscheles (1873) is a book written by Ignatz Moscheles, a renowned musician and composer of the 19th century. The book is a collection of Moscheles' personal diaries and correspondence, which provide...