Music-Individual Composer & Musician

Author: John UffISBN-10: 1915245427ISBN-13: 9781915245427Publisher: Granite CloudLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/18/2025Pages: 270Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.57d

Through rare access to the Violent Femmes and their archives, this book investigates the creation of such iconic songs as "Blister in the Sun", "Kiss Off", "Add it Up" and "Prove My Love", as well as the album's recording process. The self-titled debut from...

New 2017 printing, these six English Suites from 1715 are thought to have been written while Bach was living in Weimar. Each suite begins with a Prelude, a departure from the traditional suite progression, followed by an Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Bourrée or Gavotte or...

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was a German composer and pianist. Beethoven's musical prowess was recognised from an early age, and he soon became famous as a virtuoso pianist and composer. However, after having gone almost completely deaf by 1814, Beethoven ceased public performances and...

This volume contains the complete score for Robert Schumann's 1839 solo piano composition, "3 Romances, Op.28". Robert Schumann (1810 - 1856) was a seminal German composer and esteemed music critic. When his piano teacher assured him hat the could be the most accomplished piano...

Discover John Kander and Fred Ebb, the most artistically and commercially successful musical theatre writing team since Rodgers and Hammerstein, in a brand new way.Identifying the theatrical approach that renders their musical dramaturgy unique, this book explores their importance within, and contribution to, musical...

This guide to Mozart's two most popular piano concertos--the D minor, K. 466, and the C major, K. 467 (the so-called "Elvira Madigan")--presents the historical background of the works, placing them within the context of Mozart's compositional and performance activities at a time when...

Author: Merrill OsmondISBN-10: 1918077185ISBN-13: 9781918077186Publisher: Quartz PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2025Pages: 274Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d

Martin Hayes spent his childhood on a farm in County Clare, in a household steeped in musical tradition. After a free-spirited youth, he headed to the United States where he built a career that led to a life of musical performance on stages all...

This book presents a suite of eight original pieces for Violin and Piano by award-winning composer Margaret Brandman. The pieces are composed in the Latin-American music genre covering a range of dance styles including, Tango, Bossa Nova, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Argentinian Waltz, Bachata,...

From his early work with The Birthday Party to the future sounds of Ghosteen, Nick Cave has rewritten the language of rock 'n' roll.Darker with the Dawn uncovers the history and deeper meanings behind Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds' most well-known songs from...

Tame Impala's psychedelic third album Currents (2015) is emblematic of a cultural shift in music production and consumption in the early days of streaming and a project that cemented its creator, Kevin Parker, as one of Australian music's most unlikely success stories and influential...

"Fantasia in D minor, K.397/385g" is a piano composition written by Mozart in 1782. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) was an extraordinarily prolific and seminal composer during the Classical era. He displayed astonishing musical ability from a very early age, composing and playing...

This book is about one musical work, the popular Quartet for the End of Time by the great French composer Olivier Messiaen. Like virtually all of his works, the Quartet combines the striking technical achievement of Messiaen's rich and attractive musical style with a...

Ever wondered which deity your favorite rock god or goddess would be? Legendary rock stars are immortalized as divine beings in this card deck with fifty-four beautiful illustrations by Vuslat Camkerten. Rock Gods & Goddesses features the titans of classic rock, the mavericks of...

The Organs of J. S. Bach is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the organs encountered by Bach throughout Germany in his roles as organist, concert artist, examiner, teacher, and visitor. Newly revised and updated, the book's entries are listed alphabetically by geographical location,...

Velvet Rhapsody is a trio piece written for violin, clarinet, and piano. There are contrasting sections consisting of wistful, melodic themes and vibrant elements to give the piece a rhapsodic form. The word "velvet" describes the flow, smoothness, and sentimental nature of the piece.Author:...

Structure your thoughts, plot your plans, and embrace your own eras in this guided journal and planner inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift People around the world listen to Taylor Swift every day because they relate to her storytelling. We laugh, we cry,...

Michael Bradley joined his school friend's group in Derry, Northern Ireland in the summer of 1974. They had two guitars and no singer. Four years later the Undertones recorded 'Teenage Kicks', John Peel's favourite record, and became one of the most fondly remembered UK...

A peak inside the life and career of Selena Gomez.This unofficial and unauthorized pocket book to Selena Gomez is a must-have for all hardcore Selenators. For more than two decades, Selena Gomez has charmed the world as one of the most influential celebrities. Given...

A rare classic of sound art from Brazilian avant-gardist and provocateur Antonio Dias, available in a limited editionIn 1971 Brazilian artist Antonio Dias (1944-2018) self-published Record: The Space Between, a vinyl LP audio project. Side A, titled "The Theory of Counting," features a ticking...

Let your imagination run wild with this elegant and beautifully designed colouring book inspired by the the pop powerhouse and queer icon that is Chappell Roan. The ultimate gift package for music lovers and colouring fans the world over, this gorgeous collection of bespoke...

This book examines the creative process of the Bee Gees and the latent elements that shaped their sound. It is a must-read book for music production academics and students, as well as anyone interested in the Bee Gees' creative process. Author: Pat O'GradyISBN-10: 1032412291ISBN-13:...

Explore the captivating life and legacy of one of history's most celebrated musicians in "Nicolo Paganini: His Life and Work" by Stephen Samuel Stratton. This meticulously prepared edition delves into the world of Nicolo Paganini, the legendary Italian violinist and composer whose virtuosity and...

Explore the brilliant orchestral works of one of history's most celebrated Russian composers in "Tchaikowsky and His Orchestral Music." Authored by Louis Biancolli, this volume delves into the compositions of Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky, examining his profound impact on 19th-century music. Presented in conjunction with...

Delve into the personal world of one of history's greatest composers with "Letters of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Vol. 1." This collection offers a unique glimpse into the life, thoughts, and relationships of the musical genius, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, through his own words. Compiled from...

Hundreds of never-before-seen photos documenting the making of the greatest video of all time are published in this ultimate tribute to the King of Pop. Fans and music lovers will gain access to exclusive, behind-the-scenes images of the artist, both in high performance mode...

From the anals of rock 'n' roll history this book is full of the personal memories, however blurred by time and whisky, of Vic Faulkner and his time with 70s glam rock band HELLO. It charts his career from playing air guitar with a...

In this remarkable study, Robert R. Faulkner shows that the Hollywood film industry, like most work communities, is dominated by a highly productive and visible elite who exercise major influence on the control of available resources, career chances, and access to opportunityAuthor: Robert R....

Schoenberg and Redemption presents a new way of understanding Schoenberg's step into atonality in 1908. Reconsidering his threshold and early atonal works, as well as his theoretical writings and a range of previously unexplored archival documents, Julie Brown argues that Schoenberg's revolutionary step was...

In this expanded, all-new edition, this book argues for the tangible relationship between Jackson and blackface minstrelsy. It reveals the dialogue at minstrelsy's core and, in its broader sense, tracks a centuries-long pattern of racial oppression and its resistance and how that has been...

Unlock the secrets to masterful piano playing with "Piano Playing, With Piano Questions Answered" by Josef Hofmann. This enduring classic offers invaluable instruction and study for aspiring and seasoned pianists alike. Delve into Hofmann's insightful guidance on technique, practice, and musicality, gleaned from a...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Through scrupulous and perceptive analyses, Hopkins shows how parameters other than melody, harmony, and rhythm compensate for the weakening of tonal syntax in Mahler's music. Closure and Mahler's Music provides a conceptual framework that can enhance understanding of the stylistic changes that took place...

Offered here for the first time in English, Pirro's 1907 work is considered a masterpiece by many. Its uniquely engaging analysis has informed and moved readers for more than a century, and it is now more available to all who seek greater insight into...

Chris Wright: One Way Or Another is the astonishingly explosive autobiography of the man who signed bands like Jethro Tull and Ten Years Later, at the forefront of the British Rock invasion of America.In this unbelievable life story that's almost a "who's who" of...

In the year 2000, after Alan's death, Hinako Fujihara-Hovhaness started writing poems, which was the only way she could cope with her great loss. They were written with her limited English, yet they were spontaneous and poignant, straight from her heart. After she had...

Based on private diaries, correspondence, and unpublished writings, George Rochberg, American Composer, reveals the impact of personal trauma on the creative and intellectual work of a leading postmodern composer. George Rochberg, American Composer, is the first comprehensive study devoted to tracing and putting into...

Examines the impact of contemporary ideas about the psyche and neglected yet crucial artistic influences on the psychological dimension of Wagner's operas, especially Die Feen, Der fliegende Holländer, Tannhäuser, Lohengrin, and the Ring. Wagner's Visions studies crucial influences on Wagner's dramatic style during the...

Are you ready for it? This one-of-a-kind biography takes you on a visual exploration of Taylor Swift's groundbreaking career, celebrating every album era, iconic outfit, and unforgettable moment. From singing "Tim McGraw" at the start of it all to her Midnights confessionals, this book...

The story of how David Bowie's search for meaning inspired him to write the music that defined a generation. In this wide-ranging biography, Peter Ormerod explores the quest for spirituality that powered David Bowie's creativity from his earliest recordings to his death-defying final album....

This book continues to tell the stories behind popular songs in our country's history, serving as a sequel to the bestselling America's Songs: Stories Behind the Songs of Broadway, Hollywood, and Tin Pan Alley. Organized in short easy-to-read essays, this collection provides historical context...

Felice Giardini and Professional Music Culture in mid-eighteenth-century London explores Giardini's influence on British musical life through his multifaceted career as performer, teacher, composer, concert promoter and opera impresario.Author: Cheryll DuncanISBN-10: 0367322056ISBN-13: 9780367322052Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2019Pages: 126Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.60h x 5.40w x 0.50d

Traditionally, piano lessons can be very boring and require a fixed time. Then many books are either too complex or boring. This often leaves people frustrated and feeling like giving up.Instead of typical text-heavy books, this book explains the essentials in an easy to...

The modern lyric is an afterthought, cruelly cool and loftily subliminal. But the progressive lines of style are highly defined, and for J. Trafford, antagonism (perceived or otherwise) is the mother of innovation. J. Trafford's advance on rock/pop music and writing started in 2002....

The Life & legacy of Elvis Presley: "Velvet Voice, Rockin' Choice"Dr. B. S. Rao shares Elvis Presley Life and Legacy, Whenever the world of music is mentioned, one name that comes to every tongue is - Elvis Presley. A great American singer, actor, and...

A peace-and-love movement that began with itinerants living hand to mouth at the fringes of society and referring to one another as brother and sister continues to flourish decades after the death of its leader. This book explores the ways in which that description...

Official photographer to David Bowie, Denis O'Regan presents his superb collection of photographs of the music legend, from the 1970s through to the 1990s at over 200 concerts worldwide. Special edition limited to 100 copies, signed by the author, slipcased and includes a giclee...

In his introduction, author Brian T. Atkinson calls singer-songwriter Todd Snider "a marvel and a mystery" who "creates at any cost." Snider, originally hailing from the Portland, Oregon, area, arrived in Texas as a teen and was captured by the troubadour life while at...

Sir Charles Villiers Stanford (1852 - 1924) was an Irish composer, conductor, and teacher of music. He was educated at the University of Cambridge and continued his studies in Berlin and Leipzig. He was a very influential composer, responsible for making Cambridge University Musical...