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Chromatic Transformations in Nineteenth-Century Musicby David Kopp; Ian Bent
Cambridge University Press 2002; US$ 48.00David Kopp's book develops a model of chromatic chord relations in nineteenth-century music particularly the works of Schubert, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, and Brahms. The emphasis is on explaining chromatic third relations and the pivotal role they play in theory and practice. more...
Scientific Method in Ptolemy's Harmonicsby Andrew Barker
Cambridge University Press 2001; US$ 48.00This book examines Ptolemy's scientific procedures for investigating the structures underlying musical melody. By providing an analysis of Ptolemy's theoretical apparatus, his strategies for integrating theory with observation, and his instructions for the design and conduct of experiments, the book offers a new starting-point for studying ancient scientific method. more...
The Simple Fluteby Michel Debost
Oxford University Press 2002; US$ 60.00Drawing from his highly praised French work, Une simple flute, distinguished flutist and teacher Michel Debost has compiled a useful and imaginative introduction to playing the flute. This alphabetically arranged compendium of advice and insight covers essential topics such as breathing, articulation, and tone, but also explores "jawboning," "finger phrasing," "the little devils," and other quirky and vexing aspects of flute playing. Full of practical advice on technique and axioms that lend moral support during tough practice sessions, The Simple Flute will be a welcome addition to any serious or novice flutist's library. In addition, the book includes original exercises such as "Debost's Scale Game," making it an excellent resource for flute... more...
Harmonic Rhythmby Joseph P. Swain
Oxford University Press 2002; US$ 75.00This title examines the dimensional technique of analyzing harmonic rhythm. Using a small core of repeated musical examples, Swain explores the theory's crucial components including functional and non functional harmonies, harmonic tension and harmonic speed. He also outlines a method for "dimensional analysis" of musical works. more...
Trumpet Techniqueby Frank Gabriel Campos
Oxford University Press 2004; US$ 30.00Trumpet Technique' is a resource for performers, teachers, and students seeking to develop the highest level of skill. The author, a trumpet professor and performer, applies the latest developments in physiology, psychology, learning theory and psychomotor research to brass technique and performance. more...
Inside John Haynie's Studioby John J. Haynie; Anne Hardin
University of North Texas Press 2007; US$ 22.36?This wonderful collection of essays is a treasure of insight into the mind and heart of one of our great American performers and teachers. If the Arban book is the trumpet player?s ?Bible,? then I?d have to say Inside John Haynie?s Studio is the trumpet teacher?s ?Bible.???Ronald Romm, founder, Canadian Brass and Professor of Trumpet, University of Illinois more...
Minds on Musicby Michele Kaschub; Janice Smith; Bennett Reimer
Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, Inc. 2009; US$ 35.99This book offers both a rationale for the presence of composition in the music education program and a thorough review of what we know of children's compositional practices to date. more...
Pictographic Score Notationby Gardner Read
ABC-CLIO 1998; US$ 146.00This text provides the first comprehensive examination of pictographic notation. Pictographic musical notation represents the relevant instruments themselves rendered visually rather than verbally. Used most extensively in contemporary publications between the 1950s and 1980s, its popularity has waned in recent years. This expertly researched work displays the resourcefulness and inventiveness of 20th century orchestrators.||Providing a detailed examination of pictographic score notation, this unique book passes over 60 years of contemporary composition and score publications. Divided into three sections, this work describes instrumental pictographs, stage diagrams, and pictographic performance directives. In addition to the thoroughly researched... more...
Atem und Bewegungby Norbert Faller; Norbert Vetter
Springer 2009; US$ 59.95Die Arbeit mit Atem und Bewegung kann die Gesundheit und die Entwicklung des Menschen fördern, die Behandlung von Störungen und Erkrankungen unterstützend begleiten. Der Autor erläutert zunächst die wichtigsten theoretischen Grundlagen der Arbeit mit Atem und Bewegung sowie spezielle Anwendungsbereiche wie etwa Rückenbeschwerden, Stress oder Atemerkrankungen. Im Praxis-Teil des Buchs werden 111 Übungen, ihr Ablauf und ihre Wirkung beschrieben. Die 2. Auflage enthält eine größere Auswahl an Übungen und ist noch übersichtlicher gestaltet. more...
Learn To Play: Fluteby Frank Cappelli
Eldorado Ink 2009; US$ 14.99In this day and age, children and young adults need every advantage they can get from their education. At Eldorado Ink , we strive to establish our company as an exciting resource for nonfiction reference materials for sixth grade and beyond. more...









