The Craft of Musical Composition 1450-1600- Provides a profound new understanding of how Renaissance composers understood their art.

Understanding Popular Music tells the story of pop from 1950 to today through a study of the key themes of style performers and instruments. Practical analysis of hit songs aids understanding of the numerous elements that characterise pop music styles. An invaluable reference resource for students and teachers of any course that includes pop music this accessible and engaging book will also interest anyone simply curious about what makes a good pop song work and how the genre has evolved over time. The book is accompanied by iTunes Spotify and YouTube playlists to bring the analysis of the hit songs to life and additional original audio on a companion website: www.hybridpublications.com - enter code TR398 to access the supplementary resources. The best overview of popular music styles that I have seen Jane Werry - Music Teacher May 2012 Understanding Popular Music tells the story of pop from 1950 to today through a study of the key themes of style performers and instruments. Practical analysis of hit songs aids understanding of the numerous elements that characterise pop music styles. An invaluable reference resource for students and teachers of any course that includes pop music this accessible and engaging book will also interest anyone simply curious about what makes a good pop song work and how the genre has evolved over time. The book is accompanied by iTunes Spotify and YouTube playlists to bring the analysis of the hit songs to life. 'The best overview of popular music styles that I have seen' Jane Werry - Music Teacher May 2012

Experiencing Music Expressing Culture- Designed for undergraduates with little or no background in world music Music in Bulgaria is one of several volumes that can be used along with Thinking Musically the main book in the Global Music Series in any introductory world music or ethnomusicology course. Music in Bulgaria provides an overview of the cultural historical and political meaning of traditional Bulgarian music. It begins by exploring how Bulgaria's rural traditions affect the expression and interpretation of its music and goes on to examine how the country's social political and economic histories have influenced its music over manydecades. The book also shows how the musical traditions of Bulgaria have been preserved despite the social changes brought about by the post-WWII era of industrialization and urbanization. It analyzes how Bulgarian music has spread throughout other cultures and how it has made its mark on new forms of popular music. Music in Bulgaria features eyewitness accounts of local performances interviews with performers and numerous listening examples. It is packaged with a 70-minute CD that includes examples of the music discussed in the text.

This handy compact text provides the music student with a wealth of information in an easily understood and usable format. A concise dictionary of music terms is provided as well as a comprehensive section of charts with an additional information on the rudiments of music. An astonishing amount of information is included. Ideal for individual and classroom use. This handy compact text provides the music student with a wealth of information in an easily understood and usable format. A concise dictionary of music terms is provided as well as a comprehensive section of charts with anadditional information on the rudiments of music. An astonishing amount of information is included. Ideal for individual and classroom use.

A Catalogue with Introduction Paperback- An exhaustive catalogue examining this celebrated set of eight part-books (1670-1695) from both bibliographical and musical standpoints. Includes a systematic catalogue.

as Narrative of National Martyrdom- Chopin's Second Ballade Op. 38 is frequently performed and takes only seven or so minutes to play. Yet the work remains very poorly understood—disagreement prevails on issues from its tonic and two-key structure to its posited relationship with the poems of Adam Mickiewicz. Chopin's Polish Ballade is a reexamination and close analysis of this famous work revealing the Ballade as a piece with a powerful political story to tell. Through the general musical styles and specific references in the Ballade which use both operatic strategies and approaches developed in programmatic piano pieces for amateurs author Jonathan Bellman traces aclear narrative thread to contemporary French operas. His careful historical exegesis of previously ignored musical and cultural contexts brings to light a host of new insights about this remarkable piece which as Bellman shows reflects the cultural preoccupations of the Polish émigrés in mid-1830s Paris pining with bitter nostalgia for a homeland now under Russian domination. This vital connection to the extramusical culture of its day forms the basis for a plausible relationship with the nationalistic poetry of Mickiewicz. Chopin's Polish Ballade also solves the long-standing conundrum of the two extant versions of the Ballade making an important point about the flexible notion of 'work' that Chopin embraced.

Centennial Edition-In 2009 the legendary Les Paul passed away at the age of 94. In celebration of his life this book capturing Paul's own reflections on his remarkable inventions and guitar playing was published as a high-end collector's edition. In 2015 Les Paul reached his centennial and Backbeat Books is pleased to celebrate the legend once more in the first-ever paperback edition of Les Paul in His Own Words making his fascinating story available to a wide range of readers. This book is the definitive work on the recording and electric guitar pioneer whose prodigious talents and relentless work ethic single-handedly launched a new era in American popular music. This authenticaccount of Les Paul's life is packed with words of wisdom and experience from one of the most important contributors to modern music. Les Paul In His Own Words celebrates the life of the legendary guitarist Les Paul who passed away in 2009 at the age of 94. This book capturing Les Paul 's own reflections on his remarkable inventions and Guitar playing was published as a high-end collector's edition. In 2015 Les Paul reached his centennial and Backbeat Books is pleased to celebrate the legend once more in the first-ever paperback edition of Les Paul In His Own Words making his fascinating story available to a wide range of readers. This book is the definitive work on the recording and Electric Guitar pioneer whose prodigious talents andrelentless work ethic single-handedly launched a new era in American popular music. This authentic account of Les Paul 's life is packed with words of wisdom and experience from one of the most important contributors to modern music.

Chet Falzerano's comprehensive and insightful tribute to Gretsch drum kits features full-colour photos and interviews with sensational players like Louie Belson and Jimmy Cobb. Chet Falzerano's comprehensive and insightful tribute to Gretsch drum kits features full-colour photos and interviews with sensational players like Louie Belson and Jimmy Cobb.

Don't know your tremolo from your truss-rod? Fear not this book will guide you through the essential differences between various electric guitars with clear explanations of how they work how they sound and how their partsfunction. Learn about the effect that different construction woods and components have on the tone of a guitar and how to use this knowledge to get the most from your instrument or track down your ideal electric. This guideincludes vital information on which guitar to choose for your style of playing and budget and how to avoid buying a problem instrument. It also contains valuable advice on maintaining and upgrading your guitar and covers all ofthe safety precautions associated with using an electrified instrument. This picture-filled book is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the electric guitar that leaves the reader with a clear understanding of theworld's favorite instrument. An inspiring foreword by Mr. Big's guitarist Paul Gilbert is the perfect welcome to Planet Guitar.Don't know your tremolo from your truss-rod? Fear not this book will guide you through the essential differences between various electric guitars with clear explanations of how they work how they sound and how their parts function. Learn about the effect that different construction woods and components have on the tone of a guitar and how to use this knowledge to get the most from your instrument or track down your ideal electric. This guide includes vital information on which guitar to choose for your style of playing and budget and how to avoid buying a problem instrument. It also contains valuable advice on maintaining and upgrading your guitar and covers all ofthe safety precautions associated with using an electrified instrument. This picture-filled book is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the electric guitar that leaves the reader with a clear understanding of the world's favorite instrument. An inspiring foreword by Mr. Big's guitarist Paul Gilbert is the perfect welcome to Planet Guitar.

A guide to preparation of mind and body-A useful book to help prepare for all graded music exams and diplomas.

This legendary work is a comprehensive survey of the topic covering every issue of significance to today's performers. The text is fully amplified with numerous musical examples authoritative citations scholarly interpretations and syntheses and the author's own conclusions. This rich collection of source material for the musicologist is an equally indispensable companion for conductors editors and performers.

Emotional Expression in Group Singing-Most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes rhythms and precision. They rarely if ever discuss a song's meaning and feeling even though those elements are precisely what draws people to the music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets The Heart of Vocal Harmony apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into an underdeveloped vocal topic - the heart of the music and the process involved with expressing it. The Heart of Vocal Harmony is not just for a cappella groups - it is alsofor vocal harmony groups ensembles and choirs at all levels with or without instruments. In addition to the process the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in vocal harmony: composers arrangers directors singers and groups - including Eric Whitacre Pentatonix the Manhattan Transfer and more! The Heart Of Vocal Harmony is a choral reference guide with a difference. While most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes rhythms and precision few discuss a song's meaning and feeling even though those elements are precisely what draws people to the music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets The Heart Of Vocal Harmony apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into an underdeveloped Vocal topic - the heart of themusic and the process involved with expressing it. The Heart Of Vocal Harmony is not just for a cappella groups - it is also for Vocal harmony groups ensembles and choirs at all levels with or without instruments. In addition to the process the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in Vocal harmony: composers arrangers directors singers and groups - including Eric Whitacre Pentatonix the Manhattan Transfer and more.

The Moderne is an electric Guitar designed by Gibson in 1957 alongside the Flying V and Explorer as part of a stylistically advanced line. Sources claim that Gibson made a handful of prototypes but an original has yet to surface. The Moderne was eventually put into production in 1982. Because of their very limited production and unusual design they have become highly sought after by collectors. Here is the story explained in interviews and photos of this curious development associated with the golden era of Guitar making. The Moderne is an electric Guitar designed by Gibson in 1957 alongside the Flying V and Explorer as part of a stylistically advanced line. Sources claim that Gibson made a handful of prototypes but an original has yet to surface. The Moderne was eventually put into production in 1982. Because of their very limited production and unusual design they have become highly sought after by collectors. Here is the story explained in interviews and photos of this curious development associated with the golden era of Guitar making.

Thats A Good Question...-Help Yourself to practical teaching hints with this fantastic series self-help pedagogy books by Marienne Uszler. Focus on a specific teaching technique in each book Offer practical teaching hints on how to use the technique Show you how to make these ideas work in your own studio Sketch a background against which to examine the technique Provide references for you to search further on your own. That’s A Good Question… focuses on how to teach by asking questions.Help Yourself to practical teaching hints with this fantastic series self-help pedagogy books by Marienne Uszler. Focus on a specific teaching technique in each book Offer practical teaching hints on how to use the technique Show you how to make these ideas work in your own studio Sketch a background against which to examine the technique Provide references for you to search further on your own. That’s A Good Question… focuses on how to teach by asking questions.

In this anniversary year Faber Music is celebrating Dame Fanny Waterman’s fundamental and vast contribution to music education with the release of her autobiography Dame Fanny Waterman: My Life in Music. Due out later in the year it tells theextraordinary story of one of the twentieth century’s most inspirational British women. Born into an artistic family in impoverished circumstances her prodigious musical talent and sheer determination was her passport out of hardship leading torecognition as one of the most talented young pianists of her generation. Her emergence as a visionary teacher leads to the founding of the Leeds International Piano Competition andrelationships with many internationally renowned pianists whose livesshe has touched through her work. Interwoven throughout the story Dame Fanny shares her inspirational philosophies on life learning and music and her compelling and utter passion for the piano. Dame Fanny Waterman: My Life In Music tells the extraordinary story of one of the twentieth century’s most inspirational British women. Born into an artistic family in impoverished circumstances her prodigious musical talent and sheer determination was her passport out of hardship leading to recognition as one of the most talented young pianists of her generation. Her emergence as a visionary teacher leads to the founding of the Leeds International Piano Competition and relationships with many internationally renowned pianists whose lives she has touched through her work. Interwoven throughout the story Dame Fanny Waterman shares her inspirationalphilosophies on life learning and music and her compelling and utter passion for the Piano.

Learn the nuances of music notation and create professional looking scores. This reference presents a comprehensive look at contemporary music notation. You will learn the meaning and stylistic practices for many types of notation that are currently in common use from traditional staffs to lead sheets to guitar tablature. It discusses hundreds of notation symbols as well as general guidelines for writing music. Berklee College of Music brings together teachers and students from all over the world and we use notation in a great variety of ways. This book presents our perspectives on notation: what we have found to be the most commonly used practices in today's musicindustry and what seems to be serving our community best. It includes a foreword by Matthew Nicholl who was a long-time chair of Berklee's Contemporary Writing and Production Department. Whether you find yourself in a Nashville recording studio Hollywood sound stage grand concert hall worship choir loft or elementary school auditorium this book will help you to create readable professional publication-quality notation. Beyond understanding the standard rules and definitions you will learn to make appropriate choices for your own work and generally how to achieve clarity and consistency in your notation so that it best serves your music. Learn the nuances of music notation and create professional looking scores. This reference presents a comprehensive look at contemporary music notation. You will learn the meaning and stylistic practices for many types of notation that are currently in common use from traditional staffs to lead sheets to guitar tablature. It discusses hundreds of notation symbols as well as general guidelines for writing music. Berklee College of Music brings together teachers and students from all over the world and we use notation in a great variety of ways. This book presents our perspectives on notation: what we have found to be the most commonly used practices in today'smusic industry and what seems to be serving our community best. It includes a foreword by Matthew Nicholl who was a long-time chair of Berklee's Contemporary Writing and Production Department. Whether you find yourself in a Nashville recording studio Hollywood sound stage grand concert hall worship choir loft or elementary school auditorium this book will help you to create readable professional publication-quality notation. Beyond understanding the standard rules and definitions you will learn to make appropriate choices for your own work and generally how to achieve clarity and consistency in your notation so that it best serves your music.

He lived in the shadow of death painfully aware of the tuberculosis that would kill him prematurely. But Frédéric Chopin attained immortality with his Piano works which endure as pinnacles of the instrument's repertoire. This biography by one of the nineteenth century's foremost pianists--Chopin's friend and fellow artist Franz Liszt--offers a highly informed assessment of the Polish composer's musical legacy. It is further enlivened by the author's personal acquaintance with Chopin's other friends who constituted the very cream of Parisian intellectual and artistic society. Born a year apart Chopin and Liszt came of age in an era favorable to musical change when audiences as well as performers were receptive to Romanticism's innovations. Liszt surveys the technical brilliance as well as the poetry of Chopin's masterpieces including the Adagio from Piano Concerto No. 2 and Polonaise in F-sharp Minor. He also chronicles Chopin's progress from child prodigy to the darling of Parisian salons. A source of rare and unparalleled insights into Chopin's world of private anguish and public triumph this memoir recounts the composer's loneliness as a Polish emigré his tempestuous romance with George Sand and his life among a glittering social set that included Balzac Hugo Berlioz Delacroix and Schumann. Reprint of the Oliver Ditson Company Boston 1880 edition. He lived in the shadow of death painfully aware of the tuberculosis that would kill him prematurely. But Frédéric Chopin attained immortality with his Piano works which endure as pinnacles of the instrument's repertoire. This biography by one of the nineteenth century's foremost pianists-- Chopin 's friend and fellow artist Franz Liszt --offers a highly informed assessment of the Polish composer's musical legacy. It is further enlivened by the author's personal acquaintance with Chopin 's other friends who constituted the very cream of Parisian intellectual and artistic society. Born a year apart Chopin and Liszt came of age in an era favorable to musical change when audiences as well as performers were receptive to Romanticism's innovations. Liszt surveys the technical brilliance as well as the poetry of Chopin 's masterpieces including the 'Adagio' from Piano Concerto No. 2 and Polonaise in F-sharp Minor. He also chronicles Chopin 's progress from child prodigy to the darling of Parisian salons. A source of rare and unparalleled insights into Chopin 's world of private anguish and public triumph this memoir recounts the composer's loneliness as a Polish emigré his tempestuous romance with George Sand and his life among a glittering social set that included Balzac Hugo Berlioz Delacroix and Schumann. Reprint of the Oliver Ditson Company Boston 1880 edition.

The holy grail of electric guitars...is back for a third time! The slang term burst has been used to decribe a specific Gibson Les Paul manufactured from 1958 to 1960. The impact of this guitar has and continues to shake the music world. From the dozens of guitar idols who played it and those fortunate enough to have owned one or more the Gibson Les Paul Sunburst possesses a mystique and magic not found in any other electric guitar. With its unique sound spectacular beauty and playability the burst has shaped the landscape of the blues/rock genre as we know it today. In this third book Kirk Hammett Brad Whitford Peter Frampton Geddy Lee Paul Polycarpou PerryMargouleff David Plues James Hetfield Drew Berlin Mick Grabham Gary Grainger Dan Vickrey Jeff Prine Paul Gabriel Pat Rush Tony Hicks Craig Ross Ted Nugent Vince Gill Jim Mills Dave Amato Jeff Pevar Bernie Marsden Frankie Sullivan Stan Webb and many more have been kind enough to share their experiences and stories that you will enjoy reading. From the hundreds of color photographs to the serial number index make this book a must for players and collectors alike. The “holy grail” of Electric Guitars...is back for a third time! The slang term “burst” has been used to decribe a specific Gibson Les Paul manufactured from 1958 to 1960. The impact of this Guitar has and continues to shake the music world. From the dozens of Guitar idols who played it and those fortunate enough to have owned one or more the Gibson Les Paul Sunburst possesses a mystique and magic not found in any other Electric Guitar. With its unique sound spectacular beauty and playability the burst has shaped the landscape of the blues/rock genre as we know it today. In this third book Kirk Hammett Brad Whitford Peter Frampton Geddy Lee Paul Polycarpou Perry Margouleff David Plues James Hetfield Drew Berlin Mick Grabham Gary Grainger Dan Vickrey Jeff Prine Paul Gabriel Pat Rush Tony Hicks Craig Ross Ted Nugent Vince Gill Jim Mills Dave Amato Jeff Pevar Bernie Marsden Frankie Sullivan Stan Webb and many more have been kind enough to share their experiences and stories that you will enjoy reading. From the hundreds of color photographs to the serial number index make this book a “must” for players and collectors alike.

Start playing the blues and jam like the all-time greats! This addition to the bestselling 'For Dummies' series lets you recreate the sounds of the blues masters - without reading music! Covering a variety of blues styles–from acoustic to electric from Mississippi Delta and Chicago to blues rock–it shows step by step how to play blues scales chords riffs progressions and solos. Filled with charts photos musical examples from blues masters and tips on equipment selection and care the book also features a companion CD with play-along exercises songs riffs chords and MP3 files. Discover how to: Select the right guitar and accessories Develop correct hand position and posture Explore acoustic and electric styles Tune your axe Play like a pro and improvise leads.

Book and CD Created by two of the country's leading jazz educators the book and CD is designed as a practical guide for teachers at all levels with hundreds of musical examples. It provides practical guidance for GCSE Standard Grade a comprehensive view of jazz incorporating swing Latin rock and African music written vamps for keyboard accompaniments a step-by-step approach to teaching improvisation guidance in arranging for the classroom clear discussion of jazz harmony in various styles along with hints on directing. The accompanying CD gives a clear idea of how some of the music examples should sound.