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The 100 Greatest Composers and Their Musical Works

An Introduction to the Fascinating World of Classical Music

by Gary A. Smook ...

His fascinating exploration takes you inside the rich music and colorful lives of the world’s greatest classical composers. From Bach to Stravinsky and beyond, you will learn how the unique life stories of these gifted composers are reflected in the musical masterpieces that we enjoy to this day.Designed as an introductory book on classical music, this comprehensive collection presents ... Read more

$12.59 CAD

His fascinating exploration takes you inside the rich music and colorful lives of the world’s greatest classical composers. From Bach to Stravinsky and beyond, you will learn how the unique life stories of these gifted composers are reflected in the musical masterpieces that we enjoy to this day.Designed as an introductory book on classical music, this comprehensive collection presents
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Van Morrison: Into the Music

THE EARLY YEARS 1945 - 1975

by Ritchie Yorke ...

The Definitive Biography by Ritchie Yorke This is the first biography of Van Morrison, the man whose stunningly beautiful lyrics and virtuoso performances have won him a respect and admiration granted to few musicians. His music reaches out to millions. yet the van himself is shrouded by a mystique that seemed virtually impenetrable. He is elusive, complex and withdrawn. He allows years to slip by ... Read more

$11.09 CAD

The Definitive Biography by Ritchie Yorke This is the first biography of Van Morrison, the man whose stunningly beautiful lyrics and virtuoso performances have won him a respect and admiration granted to few musicians. His music reaches out to millions. yet the van himself is shrouded by a mystique that seemed virtually impenetrable. He is elusive, complex and withdrawn. He allows years to slip by
... Read more
William Basinski [drone & ambient musician]

Musician Snapshots

by Stone Blue Editors ...

Series Book 2 - The Music You Should Hear Series
William Basinski [drone/ambient musician]: Musician SnapshotsThe next title in the “Music You Should Hear Series” is a profile of William Basinski. His work as a musician, composer, remixer, and producer is a marriage of opposites: classical/populist; ephemeral/timeless; Eastern/Western (both in terms of the United States, and the wider world); inspired/crafted, ambient/overwhelming. Basinski's ... Read more

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William Basinski [drone/ambient musician]: Musician SnapshotsThe next title in the “Music You Should Hear Series” is a profile of William Basinski. His work as a musician, composer, remixer, and producer is a marriage of opposites: classical/populist; ephemeral/timeless; Eastern/Western (both in terms of the United States, and the wider world); inspired/crafted, ambient/overwhelming. Basinski's
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Hack Music Theory, Part 1

Learn Scales & Chords in 30 Minutes

by Ray Harmony ...

Series Book 1 - Hack Music Theory
Theory is a six-letter dirty word to most musicians, but hey, musicians love dirty words, right? And just like all the other dirty words, theory is easy to learn and fun to use! After studying 'popular' and 'classical' music theory, Ray Harmony created a unique approach that he uses to compose his songs, which feature multi-platinum Grammy winners Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Tom Morello (Rage ... Read more

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Theory is a six-letter dirty word to most musicians, but hey, musicians love dirty words, right? And just like all the other dirty words, theory is easy to learn and fun to use! After studying 'popular' and 'classical' music theory, Ray Harmony created a unique approach that he uses to compose his songs, which feature multi-platinum Grammy winners Serj Tankian (System of a Down), Tom Morello (Rage
... Read more
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

$3.31 CAD

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
AXES CHOPS & HOT LICKS

MAPLE MUSIC

by Ritchie Yorke ...

During the 70s, rock music represented one of Canada’s fastest growing industries. Her artists, composers and producers were establishing themselves at the top of the pop music world. Hot Licks explores the explosion in Canadian rock, assessing the effects of legislated domestic radio content (from one of its leading supporters), offering the stories behind leading Maple Music talents, revealing ... Read more

$11.09 CAD

During the 70s, rock music represented one of Canada’s fastest growing industries. Her artists, composers and producers were establishing themselves at the top of the pop music world. Hot Licks explores the explosion in Canadian rock, assessing the effects of legislated domestic radio content (from one of its leading supporters), offering the stories behind leading Maple Music talents, revealing
... Read more
The Classical Music Lover's Companion to Orchestral Music

by Robert Philip ...

An invaluable guide for lovers of classical music designed to enhance their enjoyment of the core orchestral repertoire from 1700 to 1950Robert Philip, scholar, broadcaster, and musician, has compiled an essential handbook for lovers of classical music, designed to enhance their listening experience to the full. Covering four hundred works by sixty-eight composers from Corelli to Shostakovich, ... Read more

$24.38 CAD

An invaluable guide for lovers of classical music designed to enhance their enjoyment of the core orchestral repertoire from 1700 to 1950Robert Philip, scholar, broadcaster, and musician, has compiled an essential handbook for lovers of classical music, designed to enhance their listening experience to the full. Covering four hundred works by sixty-eight composers from Corelli to Shostakovich,
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L' esprit musical

by Erik Satie ...

Ayant à vous parler de la Musique — sujet bien vaste pour une causerie — je restreindrai beaucoup mon sujet, me réservant de vous parler un peu des musiciens, et, surtout, de l’Esprit musical. Le musicien se recrute dans tous les milieux ; … il nous vient de toutes les classes sociales… … L’enseignement musical se pratique comme tous les enseignements ; … il est donné par des professeurs ... Read more

$2.02 CAD

Ayant à vous parler de la Musique — sujet bien vaste pour une causerie — je restreindrai beaucoup mon sujet, me réservant de vous parler un peu des musiciens, et, surtout, de l’Esprit musical. Le musicien se recrute dans tous les milieux ; … il nous vient de toutes les classes sociales… … L’enseignement musical se pratique comme tous les enseignements ; … il est donné par des professeurs
... Read more
Perfect Pitch in the Key of Autism

A Guide for Educators, Parents, and the Musically Gifted

by Henny Kupferstein, Susan Rancer ...

Autistic people and musical individuals often have perfect pitch, a gift they were born with. The musical gift may be accompanied with learning differences such as reading comprehension problems, trouble with mathematics, and significant difficulties in learning how to read music. This book was written by a music therapist and an autistic researcher, and is endorsed by leading experts in the field ... Read more

$19.43 CAD

Autistic people and musical individuals often have perfect pitch, a gift they were born with. The musical gift may be accompanied with learning differences such as reading comprehension problems, trouble with mathematics, and significant difficulties in learning how to read music. This book was written by a music therapist and an autistic researcher, and is endorsed by leading experts in the field
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Beatle Song Profiles: Beatles For Sale

by Joel Benjamin ...

Series series Beatle Song Profiles
Each of the 14 songs from Beatles For Sale and 4 assorted singles are “profiled” in this volume of Beatle Song Profiles. Beatle Song Profiles are concise commentaries on every Beatle song. The song profiles describe the song’s origins and inspiration, what The Beatles themselves said about it, what was unique about the music and/or production of the arrangement or vocals, and the deeper ... Read more

$11.22 CAD

Each of the 14 songs from Beatles For Sale and 4 assorted singles are “profiled” in this volume of Beatle Song Profiles. Beatle Song Profiles are concise commentaries on every Beatle song. The song profiles describe the song’s origins and inspiration, what The Beatles themselves said about it, what was unique about the music and/or production of the arrangement or vocals, and the deeper
... Read more
Vocal Health for Singers

A Leading Voice Doctor Answers Over 100 Questions from Vocalists

by Jahn F. Dr. Anthony ...

Answers for your questions on vocal health by a renowned medical expert.Everything from vocal care basics & dealing with colds and flus to medications, reflux and surgery.Easy-to-read Q & A format with medical concepts and techniques clearly explained.Find the Advice you need with a handy contents list, covering everything from Anxiety to Zinc lozenges.Thousands of singers have followed Dr. ... ... Read more

$17.18 CAD

Answers for your questions on vocal health by a renowned medical expert.Everything from vocal care basics & dealing with colds and flus to medications, reflux and surgery.Easy-to-read Q & A format with medical concepts and techniques clearly explained.Find the Advice you need with a handy contents list, covering everything from Anxiety to Zinc lozenges.Thousands of singers have followed Dr. ...
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We Rock! (Music Lab)

A Fun Family Guide for Exploring Rock Music History: From Elvis and the Beatles to Ray Charles and The Ramones, Includes Bios, Historical Context, Extensive Playlists, and Rocking Activities for the Whole Family!

by Jason Hanley ...

Series series Hands-On Family
Finally! A hip, fun and culturally relevant series of music appreciation books, perfect for modern music-loving families who want to take advantage of this era of exploding musical access! Get a personal guided tour through an amazing historical back-catalog of music that was previously unavailable. We Rock!**: A Fun Family Guide for Exploring Rock Music History is a guided tour through thrilling ... Read more

$23.75 CAD

Finally! A hip, fun and culturally relevant series of music appreciation books, perfect for modern music-loving families who want to take advantage of this era of exploding musical access! Get a personal guided tour through an amazing historical back-catalog of music that was previously unavailable. We Rock!**: A Fun Family Guide for Exploring Rock Music History is a guided tour through thrilling
... Read more
Series of Dreams: The Vision Songs of Bob Dylan

by John Burns ...

Bob Dylan is the most influential songwriter of our time. His lyrics have inspired more than one generation to challenge received social and spiritual concepts about the world they inhabit. It is in this context that John Burns examines Dylan's 'big' lyrics, the 'vision songs' that have changed the way we see our world. Considering all Dylan's major albums from the 'sixties to the present, Burns ... Read more

$7.37 CAD

Bob Dylan is the most influential songwriter of our time. His lyrics have inspired more than one generation to challenge received social and spiritual concepts about the world they inhabit. It is in this context that John Burns examines Dylan's 'big' lyrics, the 'vision songs' that have changed the way we see our world. Considering all Dylan's major albums from the 'sixties to the present, Burns
... Read more
NEW APPROACHES TO UNDERSTANDING ART AND BEAUTY

by Cláudio Richerme ...

With uncommon and surprising information, this book reveals art as never before. It demonstrates, in each chapter, that the aesthetic emotion or sensation of beauty is our unconcious or concious admiration for the intelligence of a formal organization. Referring to many different kinds of art, with special emphasis on music, it effectively suggests a closer relation between aesthetics and ... Read more

$6.64 CAD

With uncommon and surprising information, this book reveals art as never before. It demonstrates, in each chapter, that the aesthetic emotion or sensation of beauty is our unconcious or concious admiration for the intelligence of a formal organization. Referring to many different kinds of art, with special emphasis on music, it effectively suggests a closer relation between aesthetics and
... Read more
A Legacy of Song

Joy . Purpose . Healing

by Peggy Weston ...

A Legacy of Song heightens an awareness of singing as a significant form of expression, communication and creative art. Author Peggy Weston explores the origin, development and value of song, that brings therapeutic benefits individually and communally. What initiates the physical, mental and emotional connection occurring within a person while singing? Weston discusses the fascinating, powerful ... Read more

$8.18 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A Legacy of Song heightens an awareness of singing as a significant form of expression, communication and creative art. Author Peggy Weston explores the origin, development and value of song, that brings therapeutic benefits individually and communally. What initiates the physical, mental and emotional connection occurring within a person while singing? Weston discusses the fascinating, powerful
... Read more
Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy Curriculum Book 1

by Mamady Keïta ...

This book was created by Grand Master Drummer Mamady Keita, from Guinea, West Africa for his international schools, the Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy, International Schools of Percussion. Specifically, this is curriculum and instruction for traditional djembe and dunun (djembe orchestra) music. It also includes instruction on djembe and dunun technique. This volume features 63 traditional ... Read more

$29.51 CAD

This book was created by Grand Master Drummer Mamady Keita, from Guinea, West Africa for his international schools, the Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy, International Schools of Percussion. Specifically, this is curriculum and instruction for traditional djembe and dunun (djembe orchestra) music. It also includes instruction on djembe and dunun technique. This volume features 63 traditional
... Read more
Authorship and Identity in Late Thirteenth-Century Motets

by Catherine A. Bradley ...

Questions of authorship are central to the late thirteenth-century motet repertoire represented by the seventh section or fascicle of the Montpellier Codex (Montpellier, Bibliothèque interuniversitaire, Section de médecine, H. 196, hereafter Mo). Mo does not explicitly attribute any of its compositions, but theoretical sources name Petrus de Cruce as the composer of the two motets that open ... Read more

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Questions of authorship are central to the late thirteenth-century motet repertoire represented by the seventh section or fascicle of the Montpellier Codex (Montpellier, Bibliothèque interuniversitaire, Section de médecine, H. 196, hereafter Mo). Mo does not explicitly attribute any of its compositions, but theoretical sources name Petrus de Cruce as the composer of the two motets that open
... Read more
Spirto Gentil

by Luigi Giussani ...

When he was a young seminarian, the teacher in Luigi Giussani’s singing class played a recording of an aria from a Donizetti opera, “Spirto gentil” (“Gentle spirit, you once shone in my dreams, but after, I lost you forever. . . .”). At that moment, Giussani “understood for the first time that God existed, and thus that nothing could exist without a meaning; that the heart could not exist unless ... Read more

$12.23 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

When he was a young seminarian, the teacher in Luigi Giussani’s singing class played a recording of an aria from a Donizetti opera, “Spirto gentil” (“Gentle spirit, you once shone in my dreams, but after, I lost you forever. . . .”). At that moment, Giussani “understood for the first time that God existed, and thus that nothing could exist without a meaning; that the heart could not exist unless
... Read more
300 Years at the Keyboard 2nd edition

A piano sourcebook from Bach to the moderns

by Patricia Fallows-Hammond ...

300 Years at the Keyboard has a very long list of excellent reviews,PUBLISHER COMMENTS: This book has been very well received. Music teachers throughout North America - over 130 schools - have adopted the title for their classes.AUTHOR COMMENTS/DESCRIPTION:You may ask: Who is this book made for? - Here is the answer from the author:"We all know that teachers invest a great deal of time and money ... Read more

$11.18 CAD

300 Years at the Keyboard has a very long list of excellent reviews,PUBLISHER COMMENTS: This book has been very well received. Music teachers throughout North America - over 130 schools - have adopted the title for their classes.AUTHOR COMMENTS/DESCRIPTION:You may ask: Who is this book made for? - Here is the answer from the author:"We all know that teachers invest a great deal of time and money
... Read more
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

$22.49 CAD

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
All You Have to Do is Listen

Music from the Inside Out

by Rob Kapilow ...

Rob Kapilow has been helping audiences hear more in great music for almost twenty years with his What Makes It Great? series on NPR, at Lincoln Center, and in concert halls throughout the US and Canada. In this book, he gives you a set of tools you can use when listening to any piece of music in order to hear its “plot”—its story told in notes. The musical examples are available free for download ... Read more

$13.67 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Rob Kapilow has been helping audiences hear more in great music for almost twenty years with his What Makes It Great? series on NPR, at Lincoln Center, and in concert halls throughout the US and Canada. In this book, he gives you a set of tools you can use when listening to any piece of music in order to hear its “plot”—its story told in notes. The musical examples are available free for download
... Read more
A mais dócil das formas do Tempo

Ensaios de Musicologia Crítica

by Marcos Câmara de Castro ...

O Prof. Dr. Marcos Câmara de Castro traz a público uma reflexão profunda de toda a sua produção intelectual, técnica e artística desenvolvida ao longo dos últimos 48 anos. Compositor, mestre e doutor pela Escola de Comunicação e Artes da USP, sob a orientação do Prof. Dr. Mario Ficarelli, também recebeu uma bolsa de aperfeiçoamento do CNPq para estudar com o consagrado Michel Philippot no ... Read more

$6.29 CAD

O Prof. Dr. Marcos Câmara de Castro traz a público uma reflexão profunda de toda a sua produção intelectual, técnica e artística desenvolvida ao longo dos últimos 48 anos. Compositor, mestre e doutor pela Escola de Comunicação e Artes da USP, sob a orientação do Prof. Dr. Mario Ficarelli, também recebeu uma bolsa de aperfeiçoamento do CNPq para estudar com o consagrado Michel Philippot no
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Musas e musicas

A mulher por trás da canção

by Rosane Queiroz ...

Quem são na verdade Madalena, Espanhola, Amélia, Anna Julia e Katia Flávia? Livro apresenta as amadas e amantes que marcaram o cancioneiro nacional. ... Read more

$11.33 CAD

Quem são na verdade Madalena, Espanhola, Amélia, Anna Julia e Katia Flávia? Livro apresenta as amadas e amantes que marcaram o cancioneiro nacional.
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Beatle Song Profiles: Help! (and assorted singles)

by Joel Benjamin ...

Series series Beatle Song Profiles
Each of the 14 songs from Help! and an additional eight songs that were released around this time period but did not appear on any album are “profiled” in this volume of Beatle Song Profiles. Beatle Song Profiles are concise commentaries on every Beatle song. The song profiles describe the song’s origins and inspiration, what The Beatles themselves said about it, what was unique about the music ... Read more

$11.22 CAD

Each of the 14 songs from Help! and an additional eight songs that were released around this time period but did not appear on any album are “profiled” in this volume of Beatle Song Profiles. Beatle Song Profiles are concise commentaries on every Beatle song. The song profiles describe the song’s origins and inspiration, what The Beatles themselves said about it, what was unique about the music
... Read more

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