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  • How to Listen to Jazz

    by Ted Gioia ...
    **An Economist Best Book of the YearAn acclaimed music scholar presents an accessible introduction to the art of listening to jazz.“Mr. Gioia could not have done a better job. Through him, jazz might even find new devotees.” ―Economist**In How to Listen to Jazz, award-winning music scholar Ted Gioia presents a lively introduction to one of America's premier art forms. He tells us what to listen ... Read more

    10,99 €

  • This is Your Brain on Music

    Understanding a Human Obsession

    by Daniel Levitin ...
    From the author of The Changing Mind and The Organized Mind comes a New York Times bestseller that unravels the mystery of our perennial love affair with music*****'What do the music of Bach, Depeche Mode and John Cage fundamentally have in common?'Music is an obsession at the heart of human nature, even more fundamental to our species than language.From Mozart to the Beatles, neuroscientist, psyc ... Read more

    9,49 €

  • Moving to Higher Ground

    How Jazz Can Change Your Life

    by Wynton Marsalis, Geoffrey Ward ...
    “In this book I hope to reach a new audience with the positive message of America’s greatest music, to show how great musicians demonstrate on the bandstand a mutual respect and trust that can alter your outlook on the world and enrich every aspect of your life–from individual creativity and personal relationships to conducting business and understanding what it means to be American in the most ... Read more

    9,74 €

  • The Piano

    A History in 100 Pieces

    by Susan Tomes ...
    A fascinating history of the piano explored through 100 pieces chosen by one of the UK’s most renowned concert pianistsAn astonishingly versatile instrument, the piano allows just two hands to play music of great complexity and subtlety. For more than two hundred years, it has brought solo and collaborative music into homes and concert halls and has inspired composers in every musical genre—from ... Read more

    18,65 €

  • Drum Bible

    Das ultimative Trainingsprogramm

    by Siegfried H. Hofmann ...
    Sein neuestes Lehrwerk "DRUM BIBLE - das ultimative Trainingsprogramm" für alle Schlagzeuger, Handtrommler und Percussionisten spiegelt die Art und Weise der Auseinandersetzung mit "Rhythmik" über viele Jahre wider. Beruhend auf fundiertem Wissen, fachlicher Kompetenz und Langzeiterfahrung ist ein ganzheitliches Koordinationssystem, eine "Schatzkiste universellen Trommelns", entstanden. Geeignet ... Read more

    19,95 €

  • Syren Arts Academy

    The Workbook

    by Ashley Tamar Davis ...
    Grammy-Nominated, Broadway Actress, Ashley Támar Davis has created an interactive workbook for aspiring creatives to educate and give insight into both the Broadway and Music Business industries. A powerhouse contemporary vocalist versed in classical to jazz to Musical Theatre and beyond, Ms. Davis is known as the muse & protégé of Prince by gaining notoriety for co-writing their Grammy nominated ... Read more

    15,25 €

  • No Fundo Do Mar

    by Jouhilton Estevao Moreira Santos ...
    Uma sereia com dom para cantar se transforma em uma majestosa baleia azul. Em um lugar cheio de vida marinha com muitos seres diferentes, vivia uma sereia que gostava muito da cantar, no fundo do do mar. Ela viajava pelos oceanos desfilando sua beleza, fazendo magia para encantar a todos com seu canto. ... Read more

    4,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Flying Dutchman (Der Fliegende Hollaender): Romantic Opera in Three Acts"

    by Richard Wagner ...
    Entdecken Sie die mystische Welt von Richard Wagners Meisterwerk, das die Grenzen zwischen Realität und Legende verschwimmen lässt!„The Flying Dutchman (Der Fliegende Hollaender): Romantic Opera in Three Acts“ entführt Sie in eine fesselnde Geschichte von Liebe, Erlösung und dem ewigen Kampf gegen das Schicksal. Lassen Sie sich von der packenden Erzählung um den verfluchten Kapitän und seine Suche ... Read more

    9,99 €

  • Maurice Duruflé

    The Man and His Music

    by James E. Frazier ...
    Maurice Duruflé: The Man and His Music is a new biography of the great French organist and composer (1902-86), and the most comprehensive in any language. James E. Frazier traces Duruflé's musical training, his studies withTournemire and Vierne, and his career as an organist, church musician, composer, recitalist, Conservatoire professor, and orchestral musician. Frazier also examines the career ... Read more

    17,16 €

  • Compassionate Music Teaching

    A Framework for Motivation and Engagement in the 21st Century

    by Karin S. Hendricks ...
    Compassionate Music Teaching provides a framework for music teaching in the 21st century by outlining qualities, skills, and approaches to meet the needs of a unique and increasingly diverse generation of students. The text focuses on how six qualities of compassion (trust, empathy, patience, inclusion, community, and authentic connection) have made an impact in human lives, and how these ... Read more

    Was 33,38 € Now 29,03 €

  • Working as a Pro Performer in the 21st Century

    by Anthony Michael ...
    A very up to date recollection from an authority, still gracing his presence in bars, lounges, and on stage, locally and internationally. Anthony not only informs up and coming potential performers of what it takes to become a successful live performer, but also the preparation, and psychology behind it. He prepares any budding performer, of the 'ups and downs' of demonstrating one's craft to most ... Read more

    5,49 €

  • A History of the Violin Bow - A Selection of Classic Articles on the Origins and Development of the Bow (Violin Series)

    by Various ...
    “A History of the Violin Bow” is a collection of classic articles on the subject of the violin, with a particular focus on the bow. The articles explore a range of topics from the history and origins of the violin, to notable makers, rare examples, and beyond. This volume is highly recommended for violin players and those with an interest in the history of this wonderful instrument. Contents ... Read more

    6,35 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • IB Music Revision Guide, 3rd Edition

    Everything you need to prepare for the Music Listening Examination (Standard and Higher Level 20192021)

    by Roger Paul ...
    The ‘IB Music Revision Guide 3rd Edition’ includes analyses of all the prescribed works of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme music course through to 2021. It also includes a comprehensive overview of all the musical styles and cultures that are examined during the course, practice questions and answers that allow students to check their knowledge, as well as a glossary to help ... Read more

    12,82 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Queering Vocal Pedagogy

    A Handbook for Teaching Trans and Genderqueer Singers and Fostering Gender-Affirming Spaces

    by William Sauerland ...
    Queering Vocal Pedagogy presents a new vision of gender-affirming vocal music education and richly explores the experiences, perspectives, and vocal training of trans(gender) and genderqueer singers.This groundbreaking text weaves together singers’ narratives with the practices and pedagogies of their teachers to provide a model for training gender expansive vocalists. William Sauerland promotes a ... Read more

    Was 33,38 € Now 29,03 €

  • Experiencing David Bowie

    A Listener's Companion

    by Ian Chapman ...
    Series series Listener's Companion
    In Experiencing David Bowie: A Listener's Companion, musicologist, writer, and musician Ian Chapman unravels the extraordinary marriage of sound and visual effect that lies at the heart of the work of one of the most complex and enduring performers in popular music. Still active in a career now well into its fifth decade, Bowie’s influence on music and popular culture is vast. At the height of the ... Read more

    55,96 €

  • Tearing Down The Wall

    The Contemporary Guide to Decoding Pink Floyd - The Wall One Brick at a Time

    by Mark Yoshimoto Nemcoff ...
    SECRETS OF THE WALL REVEALED! Imagine dusting off a beloved album, comfortable as an old pair of jeans, and one day discovering that it goes much deeper down the rabbit hole than you ever envisioned. The thematic intention of every note…The nuance behind every veiled reference…Until you finally recognize that hidden deep inside is a distinctly powerful message you never knew was there. It's like ... Read more

    2,72 €

  • El cuerpo del músico

    Manual de mantenimiento para un máximo rendimiento (Color)

    by Jaume Rosset i Llobet, George Odam ...
    Series series Ejercicios Salud
    Los músicos padecen muchas enfermedades y lesiones propias de esta profesión, y muchos de estos problemas se inician en la época de estudiantes. Esto afecta a todos los tipos de música, desde la clásica y el jazz, hasta el rock y la música tradicional. Los daños en el oído son un problema grave en muchos tipos de música, si bien las situaciones más estresantes y los daños físicos más graves se ... Read more

    15,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • La Giovane sezione Ottoni

    25 studi per Tromba e Trombone

    by Francesco Protopapa ...
    L'idea di questa pubblicazione nasce da un'esigenza pratico-didattica, proponendosi come risposta operativa a tutti i problemi riscontrati nell'insegnamento dell'attività esecutiva per strumenti ad Ottone. È ormai noto infatti, che la recente istituzione dei Licei Musicali Italiani, ( d.p.r. 89/2010 ) abbia ampliato la richiesta di procedure e strategie didattiche, finalizzate a rispondere a tutte ... Read more

    8,49 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • electriCushion 001

    by Vincent Sylvester Pulling ...
    In the first issue of electriCushion music mag we discuss contemporary music and offer an interactive experience with QR-codes that link to videos from shows and songs from artists. We are on a mission to help educate the planet on the benefits of neuron-growing compounds such as dmt and lsd, which when introduced to the system properly can yield lasting benefits. We also capture some delightful ... Read more

    13,13 €

  • Harmonic Odyssey - 25 Neo Soul Chord Progressions Unveiled

    by Bryan C. Simmons ...
    Are you ready to embark on a soulful musical journey like no other? Dive into the captivating world of Neo Soul harmony with "Harmonic Odyssey ". Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting your musical voyage, this eBook is your key to unlocking the secrets of this mesmerizing genre.Discover the Richness of Neo Soul Chords:Explore 25 carefully crafted Neo Soul chord progressions in the ... Read more

    18,49 €

  • Música Na Escola

    by Adilson Jankowski ...
    A Introdução da música na escola configura uma ferramenta capaz de estimular o desenvolvimento de alunos no processo metodológico. Isso pode ser colocado em prática de diversas maneiras: desde a utilização de letras nas interpretações de texto em sala, até na realização de oficinas de música com os estudantes. Essas são formas de aguçar a sensibilidade, instigar a criatividade e aumentar a ... Read more

    3,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Desired Artistic Outcomes in Music Performance

    by Gilvano Dalagna, Sara Carvalho, Graham F. Welch ...
    Series series SEMPRE Studies in The Psychology of Music
    Desired Artistic Outcomes in Music Performance is about empowering musicians to achieve their professional and personal goals in music. The narrative argues that developing musicians should be supported in conceptualizing and achieving their desired artistic outcomes (DAO), as these have been recognized as key elements in a successful career transition in and beyond their studies in higher ... Read more

    53,73 €

  • Observations on the Florid Song; Or, Sentiments on the Ancient and Modern Singers

    Enriched edition. Unveiling the Secrets of Vocal Artistry

    by Pier Francesco Tosi, Rachel Kirk ...
    Translated by John Ernest Galliard ...
    In "Observations on the Florid Song; Or, Sentiments on the Ancient and Modern Singers," Pier Francesco Tosi presents a comprehensive exploration of vocal ornamentation and singing styles prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries. The book deftly combines theoretical discourse with practical examples, employing a clear, engaging literary style that reflects Tosi's dual role as a performer and ... Read more

    0,99 € or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Listening Book

    by W. A. Mathieu ...
    The Listening Book is about rediscovering the power of listening as an instrument of self-discovery and personal transformation. By exploring our capacity for listening to sounds and for making music, we can awaken and release our full creative powers. Mathieu offers suggestions and encouragement on many aspects of music-making, and provides playful exercises to help readers appreciate the ... Read more

    11,23 €