Music : History & Criticism

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The ultimate introduction to the life and works of the King. Want to understand Elvis Presley? This friendly guide covers all phases of Elvis's career, from his musical influences as a teenager in Memphis and his first recordings to his days at Graceland and the mystery surrounding his death. You'll discover little-known details about his life, appreciate his contributions to music and film, and understand why his work still resonates with so many people today.: Explore Elvis's musical roots — see how Elvis's childhood and his Southern background influenced the development of his sound;. Trace the beginnings of his storied career — be there as Elvis makes his first recordings for Sun Records;. Relive the magic — experience the frenzy and excitement that surrounded Elvis's entrance to the national music scene;. Take a fresh look at Elvis's films — understand the misconceptions surrounding Elvis's Hollywood career;. Watch as Elvis reinvents himself — witness his comeback to live performances, culminating with an historic act in Las Vegas. Open the book and find:.: The significance of the major events in Elvis's career;. Meanings behind Elvis's music;. The controversy over his musical performing style;. Career highlights that no other performer has accomplished;. A typical Elvis concert — what it was like and what it meant;. Details on Elvis's television appearances;. The many ways fans keep Elvis's memory alive;. An appendix of the important people in Elvis's life more...

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Part history, part explanation of early music, this book also plays devil's advocate, criticizing current practices and urging experimentation. Haynes, a veteran of the movement, describes a vision of the future that involves improvisation, rhetorical expression, and composition. Written for musicians and non-musicians alike. more...

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The Exultet rolls of southern Italy are parchment scrolls containing text and music for the blessing of the great Easter candle; they contain magnificent illustrations, often turned upside down with respect to the text, The Exultet in Southern Italy provides a broad perspective on this phenomenon that has long attracted the interest of those interested in medieval art, liturgy, and music. This book considers these documents in the cultural and liturgical context in which they were made, and provides a perspective on all aspects of this particularly southern Italian practice. While previous studies have concentrated on the illustrations in these rolls, Kelly's book also looks at the particular place of the Exultet in changing ceremonial practices, provides background on the texts and music used in southern Italy, and inquires into the manufacture and purpose of the Exultets--why they were made, who owned them, and how they were used. more...

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More than any other band, Pearl Jam embodies the alternative style that dominates rock today. From their early days as fame-ducking grunge pioneers, through their headline-making battle with Ticketmaster, to their current status as self-assured survivors, Five Against One brings to life Pearl Jam's tumultuous ascent to superstardom in rich detail. A compelling portrait of the band's elusive leader Eddie Vedder and family photos never seen before by the public make this a must-have for every Pearl Jam fan. more...

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