If you want to know how to get the most out of Logic's features for working with audio this is the book you've been waiting for. Written in an entertaining and easy-to-read style Logic Audio Workshop is the perfect companion to Emagic's reference manual explaining everything you need to know in a musical context. The enclosed CD-ROM includes support material to accompany the tutorials enabling you to try out the examples for yourself along with a selection plug-ins application demos and other indispendable utilities. And since you'll want to spend most of your time making music with Logic rather than struggling with computer jargon this book also explains the relevantcomputer and audio hardware you'll need and provides an extensive collection of Internet links to assist you when purchasing and setting up your computer system for Logic. Topics include: Basics Recommended Audio and Midi harware for use with logic understanding audio and MIDI in OS X optimizing your audio drivers making full use of dual-processor Macintosh computers Audio Handling and Editing Working in the Arrange window creating tracks automatically audio track and region handling audio window tips and tricks recording audio and MIDI simultaneously using external audio editors loop handling Digital Factory Time and Pitch Machine Audio energizer silencer groove machine audio to MIDI groove and back Mixer and FX Routing Audio mixer objects effects routing send and insert effects series and parallel effects set up the Track Mixer Equalizers Version 5.X audio track EQs version 6.X channel EQs parametric EQs explained tips and tricks for creative EQs Effects and Software Instruments Delays distortion effects dynamic processors EQs filters modulation effects reverbs special effects processors; using side-chains optimizing effects levels If you want to know how to get the most out of Logic's features for working with audio this is the book you've been waiting for. Written in an entertaining and easy-to-read style Logic Audio Workshop is the perfect companion to Emagic's reference manual explaining everything you need to know in a musical context. The enclosed CD-ROM includes support material to accompany the tutorials enabling you to try out the examples for yourself along with a selection plug-ins application demos and other indispendable utilities. And since you'll want to spend most of your time making music with Logic rather than struggling with computer jargon this book also explains the relevantcomputer and audio hardware you'll need and provides an extensive collection of Internet links to assist you when purchasing and setting up your computer system for Logic. Topics include: Basics Recommended Audio and Midi harware for use with logic underst

Bluegrass Banjo Anatomy and Mechanics is a comprehensive visual map of the 5-string resonator banjo. The poster includes a large diagram of the instrument and detailed views of its components. Descriptions of all the major parts explain their functions. Bluegrass Banjo Anatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart is a fantastic visual insider to the resonator Banjo. This fantastic Chart is the perfect reference to any Banjo enthusiast. Bluegrass BanjoAnatomy And Mechanics Wall Chart includes a large diagram of the instrument detailed views of its components and descriptions of all the major parts explaining their functions. The dimensions ofthe WallChart are 89cm x 61cm.

Learning from the Theorists- The book enables the performer to better understand this music and advance their technical and expressive abilities outlining several major areas of knowledge and skill needed to perform the music of the Renaissance.

From Elizabethan times to Elgar Tippett and Britten-James Day presents his examination of what is meant when a piece of music is described as being 'very English' and the musical elements that might combine to create such a response. Day investigates the whole tapestry of English composition from the Elizabethans onwards and pays particular attention to six characteristically 'English' composers - Purcell Handel Sullivan Elgar Vaughan Williams and Britten. Is it a question of harmony and melodic shape? Is it a question of subject matter and social forces? Is 'Englishness' simply in the ear of the beholder? An enthusiastic informed and thought-provoking guide.James Day presents his examination of what is meant when a piece of music is described as being 'very English' and the musical elements that might combine to create such a response. Day investigates the whole tapestry of English composition from the Elizabethans onwards and pays particular attention to six characteristically 'English' composers - Purcell Handel Sullivan Elgar Vaughan Williams and Britten. Is it a question of harmony and melodic shape? Is it a question of subject matter and social forces? Is 'Englishness' simply in the ear of the beholder? An enthusiastic informed and thought-provoking guide.

The Art Of Lutherie offers a glimpse into the mind and craft of luthier Tom Bills whom many consider to be one of the most talented luthiers today. In this beautifully written and enjoyable read Tom elegantly and clearly shares his best-kept secrets and methods of custom guitar making - those which make his guitars favorites among top collectors and players. Tom's unique approach to The Art Of Lutherie will empower and inspire you to create more than just a guitar but a truly unique work of art. The information that is generously shared within this insightful and timeless work is both practical and applicable. It contains the same hard-won wisdom that only comes from years ofexperience and experimentation that Tom uses in creating his inspiring instruments. Over the years he has produced instruments considered to be some of the best sounding guitars ever made. Learning the steps of how to build a guitar is important but understanding why master luthiers take those steps and make those decisions can empower you to make your own educated choices. This will allow you to create unique guitars and the world needs your art your guitars - your important contribution. The Art Of Lutherie a truly unique and inspiring guide can prepare you to reach new heights when designing and creating unique guitars.It is not often I heap such lavish praise on people: however Tom is in this case more than deserving: I know of no other luthier whose work I respect more. Tom knows his craft inside and out: he pours his soul into every guitar he makes: he uses cutting-edge science to guide his work and it shows...as head of Artist Relations and Product Development at Mel Bay it gives me great pleasure to publish Tom's work which will no doubt take the art of lutherie to a new level. I hope you'll spend some time soaking in this book - it will certainly augment your musicality - Collin Bay. Includes access to online video. A must-read for Guitar aficionados this beautifully written book offers a rare glimpse into the mind and craft of master luthier Tom Bills considered by many to be one of the most talented luthiers of our time. Over the years Tom Bills has produced instruments considered to be some of the best-sounding Guitars ever created. With Bills ' expert advice this insightful book prepares you to reach new heights whendesigning and creating your own unique Guitars. The Art Of Lutherie will not only teach you step-by-step how to build a Guitar but will explain why master luthiers take these steps and make thosedecisions giving you the power to make your own educated choices. In this book Bills shares his best-kept secrets and methods of custom Guitar making - enlightening you to the tricks of his trade that have made him afirm favourite amongst top collectors and players. The information in The Art Of Lutherie is both practical and applicab

This musical play for children is set in 3500AD and can be presented in any kind of hall or stage. Useful production notes and helpful hints are included in this book.

A hands-on guide to bass guitar repair. With photographs diagrams and sketches made by the author John LeVan and some provided by manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars.Learn how to:- Clean & condition a guitar.- The restringing techniques of the professionals.- Adjust the neck.- Adjust the bridge saddle.- Adjust the string nut.- Adjust the pickups.- Adjust the intonation.- Carve string nuts.- Miscellaneous upgrades and repairs.This book is perfect to teach a beginner or a reference for the guitar repair professional.A hands-on guide to bass guitar repair. With photographs diagrams and sketches made by the author John LeVan and some provided by manufacturers. It even includes a forward written by Bob Taylor of Taylor Guitars. Learn howto: •

The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America-The Beatles North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964 after finally achieving a number-one hit in America the Fab Four came to the countrywith high hopes performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washington Coliseum. In just fifteen short days the Beatles conquered America. The Beatles mademusic-entertainment history with their North American tours from 1964 to 1966. Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966 is a comprehensive two-volume set which gives you a city-by-citysynopsis of the groups activities as they traveled the United States and Canada for their groundbreaking series of concerts. From San Franciscos Cow Palace show on August 19 1964 through their last-ever live performances at that citys famedCandlestick Park on August 29 1966 these books cover the music and the madness that characterized the Beatles three North American tours. With hundreds of photographs and images of rare memorabilia it is truly the definitive reference for whatis arguably the most important period in the Beatles long and winding career. Youll read about the behind-the-scenes negotiations the mayhem at the airports and hotels and the cheeky quotes delivered at the press conferences. Youll also readabout the opening acts the concerts and the stories behind the shows through the eyes of the Beatles their entourage the promoters the emcees and the fans. Never before have the Beatles North American concerts been covered in such depth. Ifyou witnessed the mania firsthand youll relive the excitement in the pages of these books. If you were born too late to be a part of those halcyon days youll learn what it was like to be swept up and carried away by the phenomenon of the greatestmusical act of all time. When all is said and done Some Fun Tonight is a tribute to the fans - the first generation and beyond. Look carefully at the faces of the fans in this book; they may be your friends parents grandparents - or even you! -but together they made Beatlemania happen. Fasten your seat belt and enjoy this comprehensive history! The Beatles North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964 after finally achieving a number-one hit in America the Fab Four came to the country with high hopes performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washington Coliseum. In just fifteen short days the Beatles conquered America. The Beatles made music-entertainment history with their North American tours from 1964 to 1966. Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story o

Platinum Engineers Reveal Their Secrets for Success-Learn what it takes to be a great mix engineer! Mix Masters is a collection of 27 interviews with platinum engineers by Mix magazine writer Maureen Droney. Discover how music engineers using the same arsenal oftools can create such unique works from artist to artist even track to track. You'll find practical and informative behind-the-scenes behind-the-glass insight into the art of mixing by the industry's most in-demand engineersacross all genres - pop rock country classical and film. Covers: how to set up a mix that has power and impact; mic placement; how to record and mix multiple vocal tracks; tips and tricks using effects processors; EQtechniques; and more.A collection of 27 interviews with platinum englineers by mix magazine writer Maureen Droney. Discover how music engineers using the same arsenal of tools can create such unique works from artist to artist or even from track totrack.

The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America-The Beatles North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964 after finally achieving a number-one hit in America the Fab Four came to the countrywith high hopes performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washington Coliseum. In just fifteen short days the Beatles conquered America. The Beatles mademusic-entertainment history with their North American tours from 1964 to 1966. Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story of How the Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966 is a comprehensive two-volume set which gives you a city-by-citysynopsis of the groups activities as they traveled the United States and Canada for their groundbreaking series of concerts. From San Franciscos Cow Palace show on August 19 1964 through their last-ever live performances at that citys famedCandlestick Park on August 29 1966 these books cover the music and the madness that characterized the Beatles three North American tours. With hundreds of photographs and images of rare memorabilia it is truly the definitive reference for whatis arguably the most important period in the Beatles long and winding career. Youll read about the behind-the-scenes negotiations the mayhem at the airports and hotels and the cheeky quotes delivered at the press conferences. Youll also readabout the opening acts the concerts and the stories behind the shows through the eyes of the Beatles their entourage the promoters the emcees and the fans. Never before have the Beatles North American concerts been covered in such depth. Ifyou witnessed the mania firsthand youll relive the excitement in the pages of these books. If you were born too late to be a part of those halcyon days youll learn what it was like to be swept up and carried away by the phenomenon of the greatestmusical act of all time. When all is said and done Some Fun Tonight is a tribute to the fans - the first generation and beyond. Look carefully at the faces of the fans in this book; they may be your friends parents grandparents - or even you! -but together they made Beatlemania happen. Fasten your seat belt and enjoy this comprehensive history! The Beatles North American tours turned the entertainment business on its ear and forever changed the landscape of the concert touring industry. In February 1964 after finally achieving a number-one hit in America the Fab Four came to the country with high hopes performing on the wildly popular Ed Sullivan Show in both New York City and Miami and playing concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Washington Coliseum. In just fifteen short days the Beatles conquered America. The Beatles made music-entertainment history with their North American tours from 1964 to 1966. Some Fun Tonight! The Backstage Story o

Learn to Properly Adjust Your Guitar for Peak Playability and Optimum Sound-The Hal Leonard Guitar Setup & Maintenance Method is your complete guide to getting your Guitars to play and sound their best. You'll learn with step-by-step instructions and photos how to adjust the action truss rod bridge saddles nut intonation and more on Electric Guitars and Steel String Acoustic Guitars. Basic electronic repairs are covered as well. If you've been timid about 'looking under the hood' of your Guitar but don't want to keep shelling out money to the repair shop this book will get you started on the road to becoming your own repairman. Topics include: Tools of the trade Guitar anatomy Cleaning polishing and storage Truss rod adjustment String height (action) Nut adjustment Pickup height Intonation Soldering technique Replacing output jacks and pickups The Hal Leonard Guitar Setup & Maintenance Method is your complete guide to getting your Guitars to play and sound their best. You'll learn with step-by-step instructions and photos how to adjust the action truss rod bridge saddles nut intonation and more on Electric Guitars and Steel String Acoustic Guitars. Basic electronic repairs are covered as well. If you've been timid about 'looking under the hood' of your Guitar but don't want to keep shelling out money to the repair shop this book will get you started on the road to becoming your own repairman. Topics include: Tools of the trade Guitar anatomy Cleaning polishing and storage Truss rod adjustment String height (action) Nut adjustment Pickup height Intonation Soldering technique Replacing output jacks and pickups

Create arrangements with texture and style with this complete guide to arranging for large horn sections! Now for the first time learn the same jazz ensemble arranging techniques taught by renowned Berklee College of Musicfaculty and studied by the best and brightest arrangers working today. While the book focuses on classic big band and jazz styles the core information about horn harmony and arranging can be used for any style from hip-hop toska. Arranging for Large Jazz Ensemble includes all the information you need when creating horn charts fueling and inspiring you with the charts of esteemed Berklee professors Jeff Friedman Ted Pease Scott Free GregHopkins and Bill Scism. The play-along CD includes more than 60 demo tracks and arrangements written in the style of masters such as Count Basie Duke Ellington and Gil Evans and performed by Berklee faculty. Covers: writing andvoicing techniques; soli background and shout choruses; special effects; creating your own style; and more.Create arrangements with texture and style with this complete guide to arranging for large horn sections. They play-along CD is a powerful tool for learning. Inside you'll learn: Writing techniques Voicing techniques Soli background and shout choruses Special effects Style Analysis of a complete arrangement

When you think of jazz composers who comes to mind? Jelly Roll Morton Charlie Parker Dizzy Gillespie Thelonious Monk Charles Mingus Bob Brookmeyer. This book is about what they (and many others) do. Jazz composition hasevolved into a disciplined art that often evidences great emotional depth and breadth of sophistication. Berklee College of Music legend Ted Pease demystifies the processes involved in writing jazz tunes and in composing episodicand extended jazz works. Jazz Composition: Theory and Practice is a by-product of Pease's 25 years of teaching jazz composition. The accompanying CD helps demonstrate melody harmony and rhythmic elements of jazz and alsoincludes a variety of music-writing exercises focused on learning these same elements to help you begin producing your own effective jazz compositions.Based upon the Berklee Jazz Composition and Arranging Curriculum this fully comprehensive guide covers all aspects of writing effective and inventive Jazz compositions. Features include: A full range of styles from theBlues to Fusion and beyond. Melodies created using intervallic patterns guide tone lines compound lines antecedent/consequent phrasing and melodic tension. All aspects of tonal and modal harmony including inversions pedal points and reharmonisation. Elements of form including intros endings interludes and backgrounds. Apply knowledge to any kind of soloist or ensemble from Sax to Big Band. All elements of the book are complementedby the accompanying online audio including a listening tour of an entire extended Jazz work. A highly substantial and important volume.

An Interactive Guide to the Techniques and Aesthetics-Perfect for both new and experienced arrangers this book/CD-ROM covers concepts that guide the beginner and stimulate new thinking among more seasoned musicians. The musical examples are creative and engaging masterfullyillustrating the concepts explained in the text. Includes: a comprehensive interactive guide with scrolling playback of musical examples; sophisticated MIDI renditions that provide a useful audio sketch of each excerpt; techniquesdrawn from the author's experience playing with Bill Evans J.J. Johnson and other masters of the art; aesthetic ideas and suggestions acquired through transcription and analysis of classic jazz ensemble recordings; and more!Perfect for both new and experienced arrangers this book/CD-ROM covers concepts that guide the beginner and stimulate new thinking among more seasoned musicians. The musical examples are creative and engaging masterfully illustrating the concepts explained in the text. Includes: a comprehensive interactive guide with scrolling playback of musical examples; sophisticated MIDI renditions that provide a useful audio sketch of each excerpt; techniques drawn from the author's experience playing with Bill Evans J.J. Johnson and other masters of the art; aesthetic ideas and suggestions acquired through transcription and analysis of classic jazz ensemble recordings; and more!

Volume 2 of Alberto E. Colla 's Trattato Di Armonia Moderna E Contemporanea a respected treatise on modern and contemporary harmony told through exercises examples diagrams and prose.

The most contemporary music dictionary on the market comprising: Notation and theory terms Instruments including folk and ethnic Pop music electronic music and music business terms. More than 450 capsule biographies of composers and musicians noting dates of birth and death nationality historical period areas of composition and major works. Also includes Instant at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music: Notation signs and symbols Scales modes and keysignatures. The most contemporary music dictionary on the market comprising: Notation and theory terms Instruments including folk and ethnic Pop music electronic music and music business terms. More than 450 capsule biographies of composers and musicians noting dates of birth and death nationality historical period areas of composition and major works. Also includes Instant at-a-glance summaries of the essentials of music: Notation signs and symbols Scales modes and keysignatures.

From basic musical concepts to harmonizing a melody Volume 2 contains more tools to get you started in this field. Enric Herrera attended classical studies of harmony counterpoint fugue composition orchestration and piano at the Conservatory of the Lyceum and the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Barcelona.

In nearly four decades as Master of the Music at York Minster Francis Jackson became a leading figure in the world of church music and one of the foremost organ recitalists of his generation. Born in the early years of radio broadcasting his long while' reaches into a tenth decade having given his last organ recital in 2012 just after his 95th birthday. He recalls his chorister days in the Minster under the redoutable Doctor Bairstow charts the early development of his musical skills and tastes during the 1920s and '30s and as a young soldier on active service during the second World War and recounts the extraordinary sequence of eventsthat led to his appointment as successor to Bairstow. Jackson's rich legacy of compositions continues to play a valued part in places of worship round the world. In this book his thoughts on the process of composition and the musical sensitivity needed in performance are revealed as the product of a lifetime's experience; he has performed on probably more than 1000 organs on three continents. He relates the events that made Widor's Toccata a popular choice at weddings and sent a hymn tune on its way round the world. Finally he provides an illuminating insight into the stresses politics and personalities behind daily life in one of Europe's greatest cathedrals.

Playing music should be as simple and natural as drawing a breath yet most musicians are hindered by self-consciousness apprehension self-doubt and stress. Before we can truly express our inner self we must first learn to be at peace andovercome the distractions that can make performance difficult. Kennys remarkable work deals directly with these hindrances and presents ways to let our natural creative powers flow freely with minimal stress and effort. Includes an inspiring CD ofmeditations designed to initiate positive thought. This book has become a favorite of many musicians who credit it with changing their lives! Many are so impressed that they buy copies fortheir musician friends as gifts. Easy effortless readingpaperback. Playing music should be as simple and natural as drawing a breath yet most musicians are hindered by self-consciousness apprehension self-doubt and stress. Before we can truly express our inner self we must first learn to be at peace and overcome the distractions that can make performance difficult. Kenny's remarkable work deals directly with these hindrances and presents ways to let our natural creative powers flow freely with minimal stress and effort. Includes an inspiring CD of meditations designed to initiate positive thought. This book has become a favorite of many musicians who credit it with changing their lives! Many are so impressed that they buycopies for their musician friends as gifts. Easy effortless reading paperback.

This is a comprehensive band method in 3 parts which combines a strong performance-centred approach with music theory music history ear training listening composition improvisation and interdisciplinary and multiculturalstudies. With full colour drawings and colour-coding of important text the series helps to motivate and inform across the full range of band instruments.