“I am sure harpists throughout the world will love to read this inspiring account of Henriette Renié's life as seen through the eyes of one of her oldest and dearest friends and former students. Available now in this fine English edition prepared with devotion by Jaymee Haefner, this small volume gives the reader a glimpse of the heart and soul of this great harpist and pedagogue.” Susann McDonald ----- “This is truly one of the finest and most detailed compilations of Renié’s life in exis...

Do you love the harp? The French harpist Henriette Reni (18751956) asked this question of each student, and it remained her ideal throughout her life. This book explores the circumstances which surrounded the beginning of Henriette Renis career as a masterful harpist and composer. Through her celebrated performances of her Concerto en ut mineur, she gained acclaim simultaneously as a virtuosic performer and composer. In the wake of her success, several new masterpieces by respected compose...

Swiss History in a Nutshell gives you an easy-to-read insight into - the most fascinating moments in Switzerland's rich and colourful history - from its cavemen to its conquests, foundation, growth, independence and prosperity - Switzerland's surprising past as a leading military power in Europe - how Swiss democracy matured through several revolutions - the origins of Swiss cultural differences and how they were overcome to create a stable federal republic - how Switzerland's direct democ...

A fascinating exploration of this fundamental aspect of graphic design, The Layout Book explains the hows, whys and why-nots of the placing of elements on a page or screen layout. A historical overview of the subject is followed by a systematic look at key theoretical principles and practical applications.Offering a huge array of potential layout options and with over 200 color illustrations from some of the world's leading design studios, whether you are working in print ...

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What goes into creating art? How can we learn to "read" paintings? What are the key elements of composition?An art ebook like no other, How Art Works uses practical graphics to demonstrate the techniques, styles, materials, and concepts that lie behind great art. It shows you how to interpret paintings, drawings, and sculptures, and reveals how art is made, laying out the key techniques and materials in visual detail. It also explains the nuts and bolts of...

The 2018 exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum in New York, Hilma af Klint: Paintings for the Future, introduced the general public to the abstract mystical masterpieces of Swedish painter Hilma af Klint (18621944). Based on a seminar held at the Guggenheim Museum at the opening of this acclaimed exhibition, this volume compiles the insights of the seminars contributors alongside reproductions of works, archival photographs and images from af Klints journals.Hilma af Kl...

This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Confidently deliver and ensure full coverage of the core content of the Cambridge IGCSE™ Mathematics syllabuses (0580/0980) for first examination from 2025, using a tried-and-tested approach to improve mathematical skills with an emphasis on problem-solving and interrogating findings in new topics.- Put theory into practice with worked examples that show full solutions, plus plenty of exercises, with scaf...

What makes Mozart's music so great? Why does a minor chord sound sad and a major chord sound happy? What's the difference between opera and operetta? From Bach to Bernstein, this definitive e-guide offers a complete survey of the history of classical music.Whether you already love classical music or you're just beginning to explore it, The Complete Classical Music Guide invites you to discover the spirituality of Byrd's masses, the awesome power of Handel'...

Experience the passion and drama of the world's greatest operas with this sumptuously illustrated visual guide.Immerse yourself in more than 400 years of the world's most celebrated operas and discover the fascinating stories behind them. Explore the lives of singers such as Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, and Jonas Kaufmann. Meet composers like Mozart, Wagner, and Britten, and the librettists with whom they collaborated to create the magical blend of words and mu...

This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.Develop students' mathematical skills by using technology to its full potential; trust a team of experienced authors to offer advice on how to advance knowledge of mathematical techniques covered in the Cambridge IGCSE™ International Mathematics syllabus (0607) for first examination from 2025.- Build confidence with fully updated and illustrated step-by-step instructions on the use of graphic display calc...

Empowering, inspiring and full of badass attitude, this small book is big on motivational mantras and awe-inspiring photography to help you take on the world. Be confident. Be courageous. Be extraordinary. Because you are AWESOME AF!