“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...

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 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's ...

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 ...

Experience the passion and drama of the world's greatest operas with this sumptuously illustrated visual guide.Immerse yourself in more than 75 years of the world's most celebrated operas and discover the fascinating stories behind them. Explore the lives of opera singers, such as Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, and Jonas Kaufmann. Meet composers such as Mozart, Wagner, and Britten, and the librettists with whom they collaborated to create the magical blends of wo...

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!

Far too many of us learn the importance of money and the basics of managing our finances “on the job.” In other words, we don’t learn nearly enough about how to manage money until we actually start making money, and even then, a large number of people don’t feel confident in handling their financial resources. Do you ever feel that life would be so much easier if you had gotten a proper financial education earlier and didn’t just have to learn as you go?The goal of Legacy ...

“How d’you spell … ?” is a question asked by many people of all ages ever since first we held pen and paper.During the world’s earlier days this was understandable for few could read, libraries were private and reference books were scarce. Not so today. Many English Language books are available via the internet and word processors have spell checks, and yet, still, the question is heard.Our teachers taught us to sound out the required word but, invariably, the difficulty is ...

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Build the Life You Want is a book that provides a comprehensive, practical guide on how to develop happiness as a skill and habit. The authors, Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey, combining scientific research, personal stories, and practical wisdom, discover how to improve your life in four key areas: family, friendship, work, and faith. They also show you how to practice emotional self-management, which is the ability to regulate your emotions and deal with stress, challenges, an...