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  • The Organ Music of J. S. Bachby Peter Williams

    Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 46.00

    The first two volumes of Peter Williams's classic study of Bach's organ works have been fully revised, taking account of Bach scholarship of the past 25 years. This one-volume edition provides a piece-by-piece commentary on this ever-popular repertoire, showing what its unique qualities are, and how we might hear and play it today. more...

  • Banjo For Dummiesby Bill Evans

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2011; US$ 24.99

    A complete guide to the world of the five-string banjo written for both beginners and more experienced players. Packed with over 120 how-to photos and 130 musical examples. 94 track CD included - hear and play along with every exercise and song. The only book to offer instruction in clawhammer, bluegrass, melodic, single-string, minstrel and classic styles. From Earl Scruggs’ driving bluegrass picking to the genre-busting jazz fusion of Béla Fleck and the multi-million selling movie soundtrack  O Brother Where Are Thou? , the five-string banjo can be heard just about everywhere in American music these days. Banjo For Dummies is the most complete guide to the five-string banjo ever written. It covers everything you need... more...

  • MIDI Power!by Robert Guérin

    Course Technology PTR 2005; US$ 34.99

    From how MIDI works, to how to connect devices through it, to how it integrates into a computer environment, "MIDI Power!, Second Edition" is a comprehensive reference guide to MIDI. The book provides an in-depth look at MIDI, its messages, and protocols, and the information necessary to navigate it with ease. Learn when to use MIDI, how to edit MIDI, what technology uses MIDI, what software uses MIDI, and how MIDI is integrated into computers and what that implies for musicians, sound designers, and audio enthusiasts. "MIDI Power!, Second Edition" provides complete coverage of MIDI hardware and software, is suitable for both Mac and Windows platforms. more...

  • Mahler's Sixth Symphonyby Robert Samuels

    Cambridge University Press 1995; US$ 35.00

    This study uses semiotic theory in order to investigate different kinds of musical communication. more...

  • Saxophone For Dummiesby Denis G?bel; Michael Villmow

    John Wiley & Sons 2011; US$ 21.99

    The fast and easy way to play this popular woodwind instrument Saxophone For Dummies offers the ideal introduction to this popular and versatile instrument, whether you lack any musical experience or are picking up the sax again after a hiatus. Covering both the alto and tenor sax, this friendly guide explains how to get a good sound, how to read music, and how to play songs in a variety of styles, including classical, pop, and jazz, all accompanied by the audio samples on the enclosed CD. With tips on how to buy or rent the best saxophone, and information on how to care for the instrument, Saxophone For Dummies is a comprehensive guide to playing this popular woodwind alone or in a group setting. Includes tips on buying or renting a... more...

  • Music in Ancient Greece and Romeby John Landels

    Routledge 1998; US$ 40.95

    Music in Ancient Greece and Rome presents a comprehensive introduction to the study of music from Homeric times to the Roman emperor Trahan, presented in concise and user-friendly chapters, with suggestions for further reading. more...

  • Discographiesby Jeremy Gilbert; Ewan Pearson

    Routledge 1999; US$ 37.95

    Examining Disco, HipHop, House, Techno, Drum 'n' Bass and Garage, Discographies traces the history of ideas about music and dance in Western culture. more...

  • Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing Piano, 2Eby Brad Hill

    Alpha Books 2001; US$ 9.99

    Whether you are an aspiring concert pianist or just want to play keyboards in your own band, The Complete Idiot's Guide(R) to Playing Piano and Electronic Keyboards, Second Edition will give you just what you need to know. From reading music and learning chords, to understanding music notation or buying an instrument, expert author Brad Hill tells gets you started. With more music and expanded practice sessions, the new edition of this already popular book will be a necessity for the beginner. Learn posture, positionings, fingerings, notations, drills, and advice from the masters. Also, learn how to fake your way through accompaniment, stay motivated to practice and advance to the intermediate level. more...

  • The Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing the Harmonicaby William Melton; Randy Weinstein

    Alpha Books 2001; US$ 12.99

    The Complete Idiot's GuideA (R) to Playing the Harmonica will be the ultimate learning text for the aspiring "harpist" (as harmonica players are called). The reader will learn to play the harmonica in three bsic stages-beginner, intermediate, and advanced, with a heavy emphasis on actual practice exercises. The book will emphasize blues, rock, bluegrass, folk, and jazz; it is designed to appeal to the broadest possible cross section of players. Additional chapters will cover purchasing the best harmonica for you, harmonica maintenance, the art of playing with other musicians, and profiles of master harpists. more...

  • Teaching Music Musicallyby Keith Swanwick

    RoutledgeFalmer 1999; US$ 45.95

    Through practical examples Swanwick illustrates layers of musical experience and outlines key principles for music educators on musical teaching. Chapter deal with the value, culture, assessment and the future of music education. more...