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How to Write One Song

by Jeff Tweedy ...

A ROUGH TRADE and PITCHORK BOOK OF THE YEAR'A guide to rediscovering the joys of creating that we all felt as children.'NEW YORK TIMESOne of the century's most feted singer-songwriters, Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, digs deep into his own creative process to share his unique perspective about song-writing and offers a warm, accessible guide to writing your first song, championing the importance of making ... Read more

$22.99 NZD

A ROUGH TRADE and PITCHORK BOOK OF THE YEAR'A guide to rediscovering the joys of creating that we all felt as children.'NEW YORK TIMESOne of the century's most feted singer-songwriters, Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, digs deep into his own creative process to share his unique perspective about song-writing and offers a warm, accessible guide to writing your first song, championing the importance of making
... Read more
Synthesizer Cookbook: How to Use Filters

Sound Design for Beginners, #2

by Screech House ...

Series Book 2 - Sound Design for Beginners
INSTANTLY UNDERSTAND HOW TO USE FILTERS AND FULLY MASTER YOUR SYNTHESIZER, EVEN IF YOU'RE A COMPLETE BEGINNERNEW: The ultimate 4-part series for sensational sound designLearning how to do synthesis (the fundamental part of sound design), can be quite overwhelming, especially when you're a beginner. That's why music producer, best-selling author and CEO Cep from Screech House transformed his best ... Read more

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INSTANTLY UNDERSTAND HOW TO USE FILTERS AND FULLY MASTER YOUR SYNTHESIZER, EVEN IF YOU'RE A COMPLETE BEGINNERNEW: The ultimate 4-part series for sensational sound designLearning how to do synthesis (the fundamental part of sound design), can be quite overwhelming, especially when you're a beginner. That's why music producer, best-selling author and CEO Cep from Screech House transformed his best
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Music Theory For Dummies

by Michael Pilhofer, Holly Day ...

Tune in to how music really worksWhether you’re a student, a performer, or simply a fan, this book makes music theory easy, providing you with a friendly guide to the concepts, artistry, and technical mastery that underlie the production of great music. You’ll quickly become fluent in the fundamentals of knocking out beats, reading scores, and anticipating where a piece should go, giving you a ... Read more

$34.99 NZD

Tune in to how music really worksWhether you’re a student, a performer, or simply a fan, this book makes music theory easy, providing you with a friendly guide to the concepts, artistry, and technical mastery that underlie the production of great music. You’ll quickly become fluent in the fundamentals of knocking out beats, reading scores, and anticipating where a piece should go, giving you a
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No Bull Music Theory for Guitarists

Master the Essential Knowledge All Guitarists Need To Know

by James Shipway ...

Series Book 1 - Music Theory For Guitarists
With No Bull Music Theory for Guitarists, guitar players of all levels can access and understand most of the music theory they'll ever need, and boost their ability and confidence as guitarists, songwriters, soloists and more! With easy to understand language, crystal clear explanations, practical examples and absolutely no music reading ability or prior music knowledge required...you can now ... Read more

$14.69 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

With No Bull Music Theory for Guitarists, guitar players of all levels can access and understand most of the music theory they'll ever need, and boost their ability and confidence as guitarists, songwriters, soloists and more! With easy to understand language, crystal clear explanations, practical examples and absolutely no music reading ability or prior music knowledge required...you can now
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How to Write Lyrics

Better Words for Your Songs

by Rikky Rooksby ...

Lyrics sheds light on all aspects of writing lyrics for music and will make lyricists and songwriters feel more confident and creative when they tackle lyrics. It's perfect for all songwriters: those who don’t like their own lyrics and find lyrics difficult to write, experienced writers looking for a creative edge, and those offering lyrics to set to music in a partnership.The book discusses ... Read more

$51.05 NZD

Lyrics sheds light on all aspects of writing lyrics for music and will make lyricists and songwriters feel more confident and creative when they tackle lyrics. It's perfect for all songwriters: those who don’t like their own lyrics and find lyrics difficult to write, experienced writers looking for a creative edge, and those offering lyrics to set to music in a partnership.The book discusses
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Confessions of a Songwriter

by Dean Eggleston ...

Confessions of a Songwriter is part memoir, part handbook, and wholly dedicated to the art and heart of songwriting.Dean's path runs from the awkwardness of a scribbled birthday card message to the confidence of writing, recording, and performing his own songs.This is not just a story. It is also a guide. Woven through the personal tales are practical insights into the creative process, tips on ... Read more

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Confessions of a Songwriter is part memoir, part handbook, and wholly dedicated to the art and heart of songwriting.Dean's path runs from the awkwardness of a scribbled birthday card message to the confidence of writing, recording, and performing his own songs.This is not just a story. It is also a guide. Woven through the personal tales are practical insights into the creative process, tips on
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Electronic Dance Music Production: The Advanced Guide On How to Produce Music for EDM Producers

by Tommy Swindali ...

Learn to Produce EDM Like a Pro & Take Your Music To A Whole New LevelWhy do some producers make great music after just one year, while others still sound average?The answer? It's how they learn and practice.The most successful EDM producers develop real skills and build habits that help them learn quickly and effectively... But most importantly, they get a good start.If you love EDM and you just ... Read more

$4.99 NZD

Learn to Produce EDM Like a Pro & Take Your Music To A Whole New LevelWhy do some producers make great music after just one year, while others still sound average?The answer? It's how they learn and practice.The most successful EDM producers develop real skills and build habits that help them learn quickly and effectively... But most importantly, they get a good start.If you love EDM and you just
... Read more
The Everything Songwriting Book

All You Need to Create and Market Hit Songs

by C. J. Watson ...

Series series Everything® Series
Simple techniques for creating catchy lyrics and memorable melodies!Nearly everyone can hum the melody or remember the words to a hit song. Clever word play, catchy melodies, and thoughtful imagery can create an impression that lasts long after a song has ended.The Everything Songwriting Book provides amateurs and seasoned professionals alike all they need to create, perform, and sell hit songs. ... Read more

$11.41 NZD

Simple techniques for creating catchy lyrics and memorable melodies!Nearly everyone can hum the melody or remember the words to a hit song. Clever word play, catchy melodies, and thoughtful imagery can create an impression that lasts long after a song has ended.The Everything Songwriting Book provides amateurs and seasoned professionals alike all they need to create, perform, and sell hit songs.
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Principles of Orchestration, with Musical Examples Drawn from His Own Works (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. A Guide to Tone Color, Balance, and Instrumentation for Orchestra

by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov, Elowen Quenmere ...

Translated by Edward Agate ...

Principles of Orchestration, with Musical Examples Drawn from His Own Works is both a technical manual and a mature artistic testament, distilling the craft of orchestral writing into lucid principles of tone color, balance, register, and instrumental combination. Its prose is exact yet practical, avoiding abstraction by grounding every precept in musical illustration, chiefly from the composer's ... Read more

$3.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Principles of Orchestration, with Musical Examples Drawn from His Own Works is both a technical manual and a mature artistic testament, distilling the craft of orchestral writing into lucid principles of tone color, balance, register, and instrumental combination. Its prose is exact yet practical, avoiding abstraction by grounding every precept in musical illustration, chiefly from the composer's
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SuperCollider for the Creative Musician

A Practical Guide

by Eli Fieldsteel ...

Series series Creating Technology for Music
SuperCollider, an open-source, cross-platform software program for real-time sound synthesis and algorithmic composition, was created by James McCartney in 1996 and has evolved to become a powerful tool for music composition and research. Written by composer and sound artist Eli Fieldsteel, who has almost two decades' experience of using SuperCollider for a variety of creative audio projects, ... Read more

$42.31 NZD

SuperCollider, an open-source, cross-platform software program for real-time sound synthesis and algorithmic composition, was created by James McCartney in 1996 and has evolved to become a powerful tool for music composition and research. Written by composer and sound artist Eli Fieldsteel, who has almost two decades' experience of using SuperCollider for a variety of creative audio projects,
... Read more
Pop Music Theory Ebook

Harmony, Composition and Arranging

by Michael Johnson ...

The study of popular music composition is a new field in which the standard rules of traditional music theory do not apply. Learn how to write top 40 hits in every style from alternative rock to country pop. Discover the way chords are constructed and used in pop music, the Nashville numbers system and the role of scales in pop music harmony. Learn how to arrange a lead-sheet chart for a small ... Read more

$39.99 NZD

The study of popular music composition is a new field in which the standard rules of traditional music theory do not apply. Learn how to write top 40 hits in every style from alternative rock to country pop. Discover the way chords are constructed and used in pop music, the Nashville numbers system and the role of scales in pop music harmony. Learn how to arrange a lead-sheet chart for a small
... Read more
Piano Lessons: Cut Out The Fluff, Start Playing The Piano & Reading Music Theory Right Away. For Beginners Or Refreshing The Advanced Via This Book & Bonus Videos

by Tommy Swindali ...

The Complete Learning Experience of Professional Piano Lessons + Explainer Videos by A Trained Piano TeacherHave you always wanted to play the piano, but didn't know where to start?Maybe you never got the chance as a kid?Or maybe you haven't played the piano in years and are looking for a refresher?Well then look no further because this book is perfect for you...Traditionally, piano lessons... ... Read more

$4.99 NZD

The Complete Learning Experience of Professional Piano Lessons + Explainer Videos by A Trained Piano TeacherHave you always wanted to play the piano, but didn't know where to start?Maybe you never got the chance as a kid?Or maybe you haven't played the piano in years and are looking for a refresher?Well then look no further because this book is perfect for you...Traditionally, piano lessons...
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The Ultimate Guide to Songwriting

by Andrew Parry ...

In The Ultimate Guide to Songwriting, you'll discover how to tap into your creativity, find inspiration, and develop the key elements that make a song truly stand out. From writing compelling lyrics to creating unforgettable melodies and harmonizing effectively, this guide covers all the essential techniques to help you master the craft of songwriting. It's packed with practical advice, creative ... Read more

$14.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

In The Ultimate Guide to Songwriting, you'll discover how to tap into your creativity, find inspiration, and develop the key elements that make a song truly stand out. From writing compelling lyrics to creating unforgettable melodies and harmonizing effectively, this guide covers all the essential techniques to help you master the craft of songwriting. It's packed with practical advice, creative
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Experiencing Music Composition in Grades K–2

by Janice P. Smith, Michele Kaschub ...

Series series National Association for Music Education
Experiencing Music Composition in Grades K–2 is designed to help teachers and students create original music through materials and activities that are enticing and accessible. The text offers an innovative approach to composition teaching and learning to promote the development of the compositional capacities of feelingful intention, musical expressivity, and artistic craftsmanship. With ... Read more

$58.99 NZD

Experiencing Music Composition in Grades K–2 is designed to help teachers and students create original music through materials and activities that are enticing and accessible. The text offers an innovative approach to composition teaching and learning to promote the development of the compositional capacities of feelingful intention, musical expressivity, and artistic craftsmanship. With
... Read more
Leonorenlieder

by Johann Christian Günther ...

Entdecken Sie die zeitlose Magie der "Leonorenlieder" von Johann Christian Günther!In einer Welt voller Emotionen und Leidenschaft entführt Sie Johann Christian Günther mit seinen "Leonorenliedern" in eine lyrische Reise, die das Herz berührt und die Seele inspiriert.Die "Leonorenlieder" sind ein Meisterwerk der deutschen Barockdichtung, das durch seine einzigartigen Themen wie Liebe, Verlust und ... Read more

$19.99 NZD

Entdecken Sie die zeitlose Magie der "Leonorenlieder" von Johann Christian Günther!In einer Welt voller Emotionen und Leidenschaft entführt Sie Johann Christian Günther mit seinen "Leonorenliedern" in eine lyrische Reise, die das Herz berührt und die Seele inspiriert.Die "Leonorenlieder" sind ein Meisterwerk der deutschen Barockdichtung, das durch seine einzigartigen Themen wie Liebe, Verlust und
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Louis Applebaum

A Passion for Culture

by Walter Pitman ...

Canadian composer Louis Applebaum devoted his life to the cultural awakening of his native land, and this "magnificent obsession" drove him to become a founder of the Canadian League of Composers and the Canadian Music Centre. He was an instrumental figure in the early development of the National Film Board, the Stratford Festival, and the National Art Centre in Ottawa. For nearly half a century ... Read more

$17.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Canadian composer Louis Applebaum devoted his life to the cultural awakening of his native land, and this "magnificent obsession" drove him to become a founder of the Canadian League of Composers and the Canadian Music Centre. He was an instrumental figure in the early development of the National Film Board, the Stratford Festival, and the National Art Centre in Ottawa. For nearly half a century
... Read more
Harryson Presents How to Make Music: Volume 2: A Complete Walkthrough for Writing and Producing Music

Harryson Presents How to Make Music, #2

by Harry Harrison ...

Series Book 2 - Harryson Presents How to Make Music
Volume 2 of "How to Make Music" offers another stack of information and advice, perfect for anyone with an interest in the field of creating music.Keeping the same concept as volume 1, this book is filled with all the knowledge and help you may need for writing music.Contains screenshots, annotations and a glossary of terminology.Harry Harrison (also known as Harryson) is a music producer with ... Read more

$22.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Volume 2 of "How to Make Music" offers another stack of information and advice, perfect for anyone with an interest in the field of creating music.Keeping the same concept as volume 1, this book is filled with all the knowledge and help you may need for writing music.Contains screenshots, annotations and a glossary of terminology.Harry Harrison (also known as Harryson) is a music producer with
... Read more
Harryson Presents Studio Focus: Volume 5: Ways to Improve Your Music

Harryson Presents Studio Focus: Ways to Improve Your Music, #5

by Harry Harrison ...

Series Book 5 - Harryson Presents Studio Focus: Ways to Improve Your Music
Studio Focus: Volume 5 is an in-depth collection of techniques, methods, and tips for your music productions.It ranges from beginner-level, through to more advanced-level, explained in an easy-to-digest format.It also contains a glossary of terminology.Harry Harrison (also known as Harryson) is a music producer most recently reaching over 132M views for his track Runaway on TikTok. He has releases ... Read more

$22.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Studio Focus: Volume 5 is an in-depth collection of techniques, methods, and tips for your music productions.It ranges from beginner-level, through to more advanced-level, explained in an easy-to-digest format.It also contains a glossary of terminology.Harry Harrison (also known as Harryson) is a music producer most recently reaching over 132M views for his track Runaway on TikTok. He has releases
... Read more
Das Handbuch für Songwriting des Gitarristen

Das Handbuch für Songwriting des Gitarristen, #2

by MusicResources ...

Series Book 2 - Das Handbuch für Songwriting des Gitarristen
Entfessle dein kreatives Potenzial mit diesem umfassenden Leitfaden zur Songwriting auf der Gitarre! Mit über 400 Akkordfolgen, die von einigen der bekanntesten Songwriter verwendet werden, hast du alles, was du brauchst, um einzigartige und fesselnde Lieder zu schreiben. Von klassischem Rock bis hin zu modernem Pop - dieses Ebook hat alles. Entworfen für sowohl Anfänger als auch erfahrene ... Read more

$17.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

Entfessle dein kreatives Potenzial mit diesem umfassenden Leitfaden zur Songwriting auf der Gitarre! Mit über 400 Akkordfolgen, die von einigen der bekanntesten Songwriter verwendet werden, hast du alles, was du brauchst, um einzigartige und fesselnde Lieder zu schreiben. Von klassischem Rock bis hin zu modernem Pop - dieses Ebook hat alles. Entworfen für sowohl Anfänger als auch erfahrene
... Read more
From Grace to Verse, from Verse to Song

by Richard C. Jeffrey ...

Richard Jeffreys new book, From Grace To Verse, From Verse To Song, presents the Church with many new inspired hymns and hymn texts. They are artfully crafted and deeply rooted in the gospel message of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Im certain that many new arrangements of his hymns and musical settings of his hymn texts will emerge into the Church as a result of this book. I believe that Richard ... Read more

$6.99 NZD

Richard Jeffreys new book, From Grace To Verse, From Verse To Song, presents the Church with many new inspired hymns and hymn texts. They are artfully crafted and deeply rooted in the gospel message of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Im certain that many new arrangements of his hymns and musical settings of his hymn texts will emerge into the Church as a result of this book. I believe that Richard
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Pluck

by Robin Thomson ...

4 pieces in a variety of styles for the intermediate to advanced guitarist ... Read more

$9.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

4 pieces in a variety of styles for the intermediate to advanced guitarist
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The Wound That Will Never Heal

An Allegorical Interpretation of Richard Wagner’s The Ring of the Nibelung

by Paul Brian Heise ...

Paul Brian Heise’s The Wound That Will Never Heal is an original allegorical reading of Richard Wagner’s epic music drama The Ring of the Nibelung. Heise challenges the standard view that Wagner merely dramatizes the conflict between love and power and demonstrates instead that his greatest work is an allegory exploring humanity’s longing for transcendent value and that quest’s paradoxical ... Read more

$139.99 NZD

Paul Brian Heise’s The Wound That Will Never Heal is an original allegorical reading of Richard Wagner’s epic music drama The Ring of the Nibelung. Heise challenges the standard view that Wagner merely dramatizes the conflict between love and power and demonstrates instead that his greatest work is an allegory exploring humanity’s longing for transcendent value and that quest’s paradoxical
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Music Outside the Lines

Ideas for Composing in K-12 Music Classrooms

by Maud Hickey ...

Music Outside the Lines is an informative and practical resource for all who are invested in making music composition an integral part of curriculum. Author Maud Hickey offers both a well-grounded justification for teaching music composition and also a compendium of useful instructional ideas and classroom activities. Hickey begins with a rationale for teachers to begin composition activities in ... Read more

$88.19 NZD

Music Outside the Lines is an informative and practical resource for all who are invested in making music composition an integral part of curriculum. Author Maud Hickey offers both a well-grounded justification for teaching music composition and also a compendium of useful instructional ideas and classroom activities. Hickey begins with a rationale for teachers to begin composition activities in
... Read more
Synthesizer Explained

The Essential Basics of Synthesis You Must Know as a Digital Music Producer (Electronic Music and Sound Design for Beginners: Oscillators, Filters, Envelopes & LFOs)

by Screech House ...

MASTER YOUR SYNTHESIZER AND BECOME A REAL MUSICIAN TODAYEasily learn how to make your own sounds and kickstart your career in music production- No experience needed- Excellent for beginners- Learn from home- Use your own synthesizer- Explore at your own paceSound synthesisWithout sounds, music could not exist. Therefore, great sound design is the bread and butter of any successful... ... Read more

$6.99 NZD or Free with Kobo Plus

MASTER YOUR SYNTHESIZER AND BECOME A REAL MUSICIAN TODAYEasily learn how to make your own sounds and kickstart your career in music production- No experience needed- Excellent for beginners- Learn from home- Use your own synthesizer- Explore at your own paceSound synthesisWithout sounds, music could not exist. Therefore, great sound design is the bread and butter of any successful...
... Read more

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