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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

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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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Music Theory: The Complete Guide to Read, Write and Understand Music from Beginner to Expert - Vol. 1

by Samuel Bernstein ...

You Are About To Learn How To Become A Pro In All Kinds Of Music By Learning How To Read, Write And Understand Music Theory!If you've always wanted to pursue your interest in music or improve your skill in it by learning music theory but you've never found the ultimate beginner-friendly resource, then keep reading…Are you tired of only having some scanty basics of music, and wish to take your ... Read more

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You Are About To Learn How To Become A Pro In All Kinds Of Music By Learning How To Read, Write And Understand Music Theory!If you've always wanted to pursue your interest in music or improve your skill in it by learning music theory but you've never found the ultimate beginner-friendly resource, then keep reading…Are you tired of only having some scanty basics of music, and wish to take your
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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

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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

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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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Composing Electronic Music

A New Aesthetic

by Curtis Roads ...

Electronic music evokes new sensations, feelings, and thoughts in both composers and listeners. Opening the door to an unlimited universe of sound, it engages spatialization as an integral aspect of composition and focuses on sound transformation as a core structural strategy. In this new domain, pitch occurs as a flowing and ephemeral substance that can be bent, modulated, or dissolved into noise ... Read more

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Electronic music evokes new sensations, feelings, and thoughts in both composers and listeners. Opening the door to an unlimited universe of sound, it engages spatialization as an integral aspect of composition and focuses on sound transformation as a core structural strategy. In this new domain, pitch occurs as a flowing and ephemeral substance that can be bent, modulated, or dissolved into noise
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Creating Sounds from Scratch

A Practical Guide to Music Synthesis for Producers and Composers

by Andrea Pejrolo, Scott B. Metcalfe ...

Creating Sounds from Scratch is a practical, in-depth resource on the most common forms of music synthesis. It includes historical context, an overview of concepts in sound and hearing, and practical training examples to help sound designers and electronic music producers effectively manipulate presets and create new sounds. The book covers the all of the main synthesis techniques including analog ... Read more

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Creating Sounds from Scratch is a practical, in-depth resource on the most common forms of music synthesis. It includes historical context, an overview of concepts in sound and hearing, and practical training examples to help sound designers and electronic music producers effectively manipulate presets and create new sounds. The book covers the all of the main synthesis techniques including analog
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Music Theory and Songwriting: A Comprehensive Guide to Understand and Write Music, Song and Lyrics from Beginner to Expert

by Samuel Bernstein ...

Do you have a passion in music?Do you want to improve a skill or understanding of songwriting, singing, music analysis or music production, or generally grow your general acuity of music?Or do you want to improve your brain, your behavior, mood and discipline or achieve success a lot easier with music?If you've answered YES, keep reading…You Are About To Learn The Ins And Outs Of Music From The ... Read more

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Do you have a passion in music?Do you want to improve a skill or understanding of songwriting, singing, music analysis or music production, or generally grow your general acuity of music?Or do you want to improve your brain, your behavior, mood and discipline or achieve success a lot easier with music?If you've answered YES, keep reading…You Are About To Learn The Ins And Outs Of Music From The
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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

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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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Berimba Brasileiro - Método de Percussão

Brazilian & Classical Inclusive Education – Educação Inclusiva Brasileira e Clássica

by Jeronimo Santos Da Silva, Mestre Jeronimo ...

TOQUE BIRIMBAU & APRENDA AS LÍNGUAS INGLESA e BRASILEIRA ― PLAY BERIMBAU & LEARN ENGLISH and BRAZILIAN IDIOMSThe book informs about the history and development of the trade and practice of Brazilian Capoeira, through the exceptional interaction of people from different social backgrounds, spiritual beliefs and multicultural artistic skills. I teach Capoeira with integral education using ... Read more

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TOQUE BIRIMBAU & APRENDA AS LÍNGUAS INGLESA e BRASILEIRA ― PLAY BERIMBAU & LEARN ENGLISH and BRAZILIAN IDIOMSThe book informs about the history and development of the trade and practice of Brazilian Capoeira, through the exceptional interaction of people from different social backgrounds, spiritual beliefs and multicultural artistic skills. I teach Capoeira with integral education using
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Songwriting: Essential Guide to Song Structure, Lyrics Form and Melodic Progressions

by Samuel Bernstein ...

You Are About To Discover How To Take Your Songwriting Skill To The Next Level, Even If You've Struggled To Get Your Creative Juices To Write Your First Song!Another poor-performing song? Take your songwriting to the next level today with this guide and find out what it means to be a successful songwriter!Have you always wanted to become a better song-writer, get your songs to get better reception ... Read more

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You Are About To Discover How To Take Your Songwriting Skill To The Next Level, Even If You've Struggled To Get Your Creative Juices To Write Your First Song!Another poor-performing song? Take your songwriting to the next level today with this guide and find out what it means to be a successful songwriter!Have you always wanted to become a better song-writer, get your songs to get better reception
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Lessons in Music Form

Enriched edition. A Manual of Analysis of All the Structural Factors and Designs Employed in Musical Composition

by Percy Goetschius, Kelsey Ramsey ...

In 'Lessons in Music Form,' Percy Goetschius offers a comprehensive examination of musical structure and composition that blends theoretical rigor with practical insight. Through meticulous analysis, Goetschius demystifies complex forms such as sonatas, symphonies, and choral works, articulating his ideas with clarity and precision. Written during a period when formal music education was evolving, ... Read more

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In 'Lessons in Music Form,' Percy Goetschius offers a comprehensive examination of musical structure and composition that blends theoretical rigor with practical insight. Through meticulous analysis, Goetschius demystifies complex forms such as sonatas, symphonies, and choral works, articulating his ideas with clarity and precision. Written during a period when formal music education was evolving,
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Music Composition For Dummies

by Scott Jarrett, Holly Day ...

Create the next big pop hit, bang out a catchy jingle, or write an iconic film score, with music composition skillsToday's composers create music for television, film, commercials, and even video games. Music Composition For Dummies brings you up to speed with the theory and technicality of composing music. With easy-to-understand content that tracks to a typical music composition intro course, ... Read more

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Create the next big pop hit, bang out a catchy jingle, or write an iconic film score, with music composition skillsToday's composers create music for television, film, commercials, and even video games. Music Composition For Dummies brings you up to speed with the theory and technicality of composing music. With easy-to-understand content that tracks to a typical music composition intro course,
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Counterpoint and How to Use It in Your Music

by John Collins ...

Counterpoint is an approach to musical composition based on the union of independent and interdependent melodies. Counterpoint and How to Use It in Your Music is a step-by-step course in counterpoint, and shows you how to apply it in your own music, whether you write contemporary pop songs or pieces for orchestral or traditional instruments. "I love to learn from it. A mavelous master piece. I ... Read more

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Counterpoint is an approach to musical composition based on the union of independent and interdependent melodies. Counterpoint and How to Use It in Your Music is a step-by-step course in counterpoint, and shows you how to apply it in your own music, whether you write contemporary pop songs or pieces for orchestral or traditional instruments. "I love to learn from it. A mavelous master piece. I
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How to Play Guitar Like A Rock Star

by Cool Water ...

This is a how to guide on how to play the guitar like a rock star. In this book you will learn: 1. Legends of Rock Stars 2. History of Rock and Roll bands from the 50's and 60's 3. The Golden Era 4. Types of Rock 5. How to Form a Rock Band 6. Playing Like a Rock Star You will also learn how to play several popular Rock and Roll songs with chord formation and so much more.... ... Read more

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This is a how to guide on how to play the guitar like a rock star. In this book you will learn: 1. Legends of Rock Stars 2. History of Rock and Roll bands from the 50's and 60's 3. The Golden Era 4. Types of Rock 5. How to Form a Rock Band 6. Playing Like a Rock Star You will also learn how to play several popular Rock and Roll songs with chord formation and so much more....
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A Geometry of Music

Harmony and Counterpoint in the Extended Common Practice

by Dmitri Tymoczko ...

Series series Oxford Studies in Music Theory
How is the Beatles' "Help!" similar to Stravinsky's "Dance of the Adolescents?" How does Radiohead's "Just" relate to the improvisations of Bill Evans? And how do Chopin's works exploit the non-Euclidean geometry of musical chords? In this groundbreaking work, author Dmitri Tymoczko describes a new framework for thinking about music that emphasizes the commonalities among styles from medieval ... Read more

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How is the Beatles' "Help!" similar to Stravinsky's "Dance of the Adolescents?" How does Radiohead's "Just" relate to the improvisations of Bill Evans? And how do Chopin's works exploit the non-Euclidean geometry of musical chords? In this groundbreaking work, author Dmitri Tymoczko describes a new framework for thinking about music that emphasizes the commonalities among styles from medieval
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The Oxford Handbook of Algorithmic Music

Edited by Alex McLean, Roger T. Dean ...

Series series Oxford Handbooks
With the ongoing development of algorithmic composition programs and communities of practice expanding, algorithmic music faces a turning point. Joining dozens of emerging and established scholars alongside leading practitioners in the field, chapters in this Handbook both describe the state of algorithmic composition and also set the agenda for critical research on and analysis of algorithmic ... Read more

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With the ongoing development of algorithmic composition programs and communities of practice expanding, algorithmic music faces a turning point. Joining dozens of emerging and established scholars alongside leading practitioners in the field, chapters in this Handbook both describe the state of algorithmic composition and also set the agenda for critical research on and analysis of algorithmic
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Lyrics First: How to Write Effective Song Lyrics

by David R. Smith ...

Would it be worth something to you if I could explain how to improve your song lyrics, or, for those who are struggling, if I could teach you how to improve your process so that your lyrics are more effective? Stronger? Faster? Rebuilt like a 6 million dollar man, better than before?Well, you're in luck, because that's what this book is all about. And it's cheap, at least from my point of view. ... Read more

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Would it be worth something to you if I could explain how to improve your song lyrics, or, for those who are struggling, if I could teach you how to improve your process so that your lyrics are more effective? Stronger? Faster? Rebuilt like a 6 million dollar man, better than before?Well, you're in luck, because that's what this book is all about. And it's cheap, at least from my point of view.
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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

$30.19 AUD

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,
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Harry Somers

by Brian Cherney ...

Series series Heritage
Harry Somers is one of Canada's leading composers, and one of the most original. In the 1950s he experimented with contrapuntal writing, serialism, and style juxtaposition; in more recent years he has been concerned with the development of new vocal resources and improvisation.Harry Somers, a detailed study of the composer and his works, has been commissioned by the Canadian Music Centre as the ... Read more

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Harry Somers is one of Canada's leading composers, and one of the most original. In the 1950s he experimented with contrapuntal writing, serialism, and style juxtaposition; in more recent years he has been concerned with the development of new vocal resources and improvisation.Harry Somers, a detailed study of the composer and his works, has been commissioned by the Canadian Music Centre as the
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西方当代音乐创作研究——结构思维与当代走向

by 陈鸿铎著 ...

本课题列举了六种结构思维模式，挑选了极具代表性的国家、重要的音乐流派、主要作曲家及其作品，以从纷繁复杂的现象中理出重要的发展脉络。课题的写作内容包含十二章，以及绪论和结语共十四个部分。绪论是对本课题探讨的问题做一个历史回顾，结语是展望未来，正文十二章则按上下两篇各六章分别讨论结构思维和论述各代表性国家或地区的当代音乐创作发展，并总结其主要发展特征。本课题在写法上注意突出重点、强调问题意识、重视作品分析、观照历史语境。从专题研究的角度，对西方当代音乐创作中的主要倾向进行梳理、做出判断并说明观点。 ... Read more

$39.49 AUD

本课题列举了六种结构思维模式，挑选了极具代表性的国家、重要的音乐流派、主要作曲家及其作品，以从纷繁复杂的现象中理出重要的发展脉络。课题的写作内容包含十二章，以及绪论和结语共十四个部分。绪论是对本课题探讨的问题做一个历史回顾，结语是展望未来，正文十二章则按上下两篇各六章分别讨论结构思维和论述各代表性国家或地区的当代音乐创作发展，并总结其主要发展特征。本课题在写法上注意突出重点、强调问题意识、重视作品分析、观照历史语境。从专题研究的角度，对西方当代音乐创作中的主要倾向进行梳理、做出判断并说明观点。
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The Modern Composer and His World

Edited by John Beckwith, Udo Kasemets ...

Series series Heritage
Proceedings of the International Conference of Composers attended by SCEG at the Stratford Festival, Stratford, Ontario in August 1960. ... Read more

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Proceedings of the International Conference of Composers attended by SCEG at the Stratford Festival, Stratford, Ontario in August 1960.
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Configuer son home-studio

by Bruno L'Espérance ...

Faire son studio chez soi peut être compliqué. Toutefois, je vous donne des trucs et astuces pour pouvoir faire ça dans l'efficacité! Le tout adapté à ses besoins et son budget! J'insclus aussi des parties sur les DAW et les cartes de son externe. ... Read more

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Faire son studio chez soi peut être compliqué. Toutefois, je vous donne des trucs et astuces pour pouvoir faire ça dans l'efficacité! Le tout adapté à ses besoins et son budget! J'insclus aussi des parties sur les DAW et les cartes de son externe.
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Moments

Snare Drum Solo

by Andrea D'Intino ...

This piece for solo Snare drum was inspired by the famous "Moments for Morricone", a piece for wind orchestra that contains some famous themes by the world famous artist E. Morricone. ... Read more

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This piece for solo Snare drum was inspired by the famous "Moments for Morricone", a piece for wind orchestra that contains some famous themes by the world famous artist E. Morricone.
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Guitar Tab Chart

Bilingual Divergent Music Education - Educação Musical Divergente Bilíngue

by Jeronimo Santos Da Silva, Mestre Jeronimo ...

The main objective of my pedagogy with Guitar Tab Chart is to improve the teaching and performance of acoustic, electric and bass guitars, amid other similar stringed instruments/---As instruções elementares com Tab Chart visam expandir a capacidade intelectual e artística das pessoas, motivando-as a tocar músicas familiares e complexas e tornar-se bilíngueMeu estilo de vida poliglota originou uma ... Read more

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The main objective of my pedagogy with Guitar Tab Chart is to improve the teaching and performance of acoustic, electric and bass guitars, amid other similar stringed instruments/---As instruções elementares com Tab Chart visam expandir a capacidade intelectual e artística das pessoas, motivando-as a tocar músicas familiares e complexas e tornar-se bilíngueMeu estilo de vida poliglota originou uma
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