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Vendor:Mike Rowe
Chicago Blues: The City and the Music
Chicago has always had a reputation as a "wide open town" with a high tolerance for gangsters, illegal liquor, and crooked politicians. It has also been the home for countless black musicians and the birthplace of a distinctly urban blues-more sophisticated, cynical, and street-smart...- $19.99
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Changed for Good: A Feminist History of the Broadway Musical
From Adelaide in "Guys and Dolls" to Nina in "In the Heights" and Elphaba in "Wicked," female characters in Broadway musicals have belted and crooned their way into the American psyche. In this lively book, Stacy Wolf illuminates the women of American musical theatre...- $43.99
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Vendor:Jorge Variego
Composing with Constraints: 100 Practical Exercises in Music Composition
Composing with Constraints: 100 Practical Exercises in Music Composition provides an innovative approach to the instruction of the craft of music composition based on tailored exercises to help students develop their creativity. When composition is condensed to a series of logical steps, it can...- $26.99
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Classical Form: A Theory of Formal Functions for the Instrumental Music of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven
Building on ideas first advanced by Arnold Schoenberg and later developed by Erwin Ratz, this book introduces a new theory of form for instrumental music in the classical style. The theory provides a broad set of principles and a comprehensive methodology for the analysis...- $75.00
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Vendor:Ennio Morricone
Composing for the Cinema: The Theory and Praxis of Music in Film
With nearly 400 scores to his credit, Ennio Morricone is one of the most prolific and influential film composers working today. He has collaborated with many significant directors, and his scores for such films as The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly; Once Upon...- $69.00
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Cascade Method NoteMatch Book 1 Learn to Read Music for Piano Beginners: The Best Method Book to Teaching Piano Beginners How to Read Music From the S
The Easiest Way to Learn How to Read Notes The Cascade Method NoteMatch Book 1 is the only piano book you need to teach beginner students how to read sheet music all while having FUN Learn how to Draw, Write and Read Music with...- $16.00
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Vendor:Rob Silver
Complete Mode Diagrams for Guitar
This guide maps out all of the Greek or Church modes for you.All the diagrams include the intervals within the scales rather than just dots to help you understand what you are playing, not just tell you where you need to put your fingers.For...- $10.99
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Vendor:Eddie Landsberg
Chord Construction and Harmonic Mastery for Acing The Real Book
"The Real Book" has set the gold standard for Jazz fake books. This book aims at giving you the rich harmonic vocabulary that you need to benefit from its lead sheets, as well as effectively utilize any fake book that requires you to be...- $14.95
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Vendor:Dan Maske
Circle of Fifths Explained: Understanding the Basics of Harmonic Organization
(Explained). The circle of fifths is a familiar tool known by many musicians. Although this device usually receives nothing more than a brief explanation in most music theory books, the circle illustrates the foundation that organizes much of Western tonal music and is therefore...- $14.99
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Vendor:Eros Mungal
Claire's Workbook Music Theory and Exercises
Ever wanted to read and play music and unable to have lessons, or having lessons but want to progress more rapidly? This book was co-written with a young lady with several years' teaching experience - you too can teach yourself to play the keyboard...- $21.12
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Vendor:David Kopp
Chromatic Transformations in Nineteenth-Century Music
David Kopp's book develops a model of chromatic chord relations in nineteenth-century music by composers such as Schubert, Beethoven, Chopin, Schumann, and Brahms. The emphasis is on explaining chromatic third relations and the pivotal role they play in theory and practice. Drawing on tenets...- $65.99
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Vendor:Fred Lerdahl
Composition and Cognition: Reflections on Contemporary Music and the Musical Mind
In Composition and Cognition, renowned composer and theorist Fred Lerdahl builds on his careerlong work of developing a comprehensive model of music cognition. Bringing together his dual expertise in composition and music theory, he reveals the way in which his research has served as...- $34.95
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Vendor:Aaron Horne
Brass Music of Black Composers: A Bibliography
Aaron Horne provides the most comprehensive guide to brass music written by black composers. He covers composers from around the world in the 19th and 20th centuries. Included in the book is biographical information; commission, duration, instrumentation, date of publication, premiere, publisher, discography for...- $83.00
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Vendor:Aaron Hayes
Concepts of Time in Post-War European Music
Concepts of Time in Post-War European Music gives a historical and philosophical account of the discussions of the nature of time and music during the mid-twentieth century. The nature of time was a persistent topic among composers in Paris and Darmstadt in the decades...- $170.00
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Vendor:Julian Johnson
Classical Music: A Beginner's Guide
Pick up where Classic FM leaves off What does classical music mean to the Western World? How has it transformed over the centuries? With such a rich tradition, what relevance does it have today? Julian Johnson inspires readers to explore the field, and examines...- $14.99
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Vendor:Ira Braus
Classical Cooks: A Gastrohistory of Western Music
CLASSICAL COOKS: A GASTROHISTORY OF WESTERN MUSIC by Ira Braus The expression, "Classical music is an acquired taste" takes on new meaning in Ira Braus's Classical Cooks: A Gastrohistory of Western Music. Unlike most classical music guides, Classical Cooks links music and food synaesthetically....- $30.99
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Vendor:Rob Silver
Complete Mode Diagrams for Seven String Guitar
This guide maps out the "Greek" or "Church" modes: IONIAN, DORIAN, PHRYGIAN, LYDIAN, MIXOLYDIAN, AEOLIAN and LOCRIAN for you on 7 string guitar in standard tuning. (B, E, A, D, G, B, E.)Each mode is mapped out all over the neck, as a 4...- $11.99
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Vendor:Rob Silver
Complete Mode Diagrams for Eight String Guitar
This guide maps out the "Greek" or "Church" modes: IONIAN, DORIAN, PHRYGIAN, LYDIAN, MIXOLYDIAN, AEOLIAN and LOCRIAN for you on 8 string guitar in standard tuning. (F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E.)Each mode is mapped out all over the neck and as...- $12.99
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Vendor:Sean Alexander Luciw
Chaos in Boxes
In Chaos In Boxes, author Sean Luciw crams the square peg of music theory into the round holes of Egyptian folklore, astronomy, numerology, babooshkas, poetry, diarrhea, and the long-lost Solfeggio matrix. Parallels abound in our universe. Chaos In Boxes is a collection of experiments,...- $15.00
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Vendor:Fred Lerdahl
Composition and Cognition: Reflections on Contemporary Music and the Musical Mind
In Composition and Cognition, renowned composer and theorist Fred Lerdahl builds on his careerlong work of developing a comprehensive model of music cognition. Bringing together his dual expertise in composition and music theory, he reveals the way in which his research has served as...- $95.00
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Vendor:Gregory D. Booth
Behind the Curtain: Making Music in Mumbai's Film Studios
Beginning in the 1930s, men and a handful of women came from India's many communities-Marathi, Parsi, Goan, North Indian, and many others--to Mumbai to work in an industry that constituted in the words of some, "the original fusion music." They worked as composers, arrangers,...- $39.99
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Vendor:Christoph Neidhofer
Baroque Counterpoint: Revised and Expanded Edition
Christoph Neidher is Associate Professor in the Department of Music Research at McGill University. Peter Schubert is Professor in the Department of Music Research at McGill University.Author: Christoph Neidhofer, Peter SchubertISBN-10: 1438493258ISBN-13: 9781438493251Publisher: State University of New York PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2023Pages: 502Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.35lbsSize:...- $69.95
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Vendor:Jon Shields
Beginner Guitar for the Aspiring Musician: Introduction to Guitar and Basic Theory Principles
"Beginner Guitar for the Aspiring Musician" is made for any learner wishing to take an in-depth look at the guitar, and the theory around it, in hopes of becoming a competent musician. It's built on the foundation of Shields' years of real-world experience and...- $19.99
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Vendor:Kim Perlak
Berklee Guitar Theory
(Berklee Guide). Become a more musical guitar player! This book will help you learn and use chords, scales, and other building blocks of music from a guitarist's perspective. It applies concepts of music theory directly to your instrument, using the time-honored teaching approaches of...- $26.99
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Vendor:David Young
Beethoven Symphonies Revisited: Performance, Expression and Impact
Beethoven Symphonies Revisited guides the reader -- music student, concert goer, or general music lover -- through the movements in a way that renews the novelty and excitement that listeners must have felt at the first performances. Stylistic discussion concentrates on the unusual features...- $130.00
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Vendor:David Yearsley
Bach and the Meanings of Counterpoint
This book offers new interpretations of many of Bach's late compositions which include complex musical techniques such as canon. These techniques held great significance for Bach and his contemporaries not only on account of the great skill they demanded but because of the meanings...- $120.00
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Vendor:William Kinderman
Beethoven's Diabelli Variations
The Thirty-three Variations on a Waltz by Diabelli, Op. 120, represent Beethoven's most extraordinary achievement in the art of variation-writing. In their originality and power of invention, they stand beside other late Beethoven masterpieces such as the Ninth Symphony, the Missa Solemnis, and the...- $49.99
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Vendor:Sandy Feldstein
Belwin's 21st Century Guitar Theory, Bk 1: The Most Complete Guitar Course Available
Belwin's 21st Century Guitar Method is a complete course that puts lessons in the context of popular styles and classic tunes. It introduces new topics at a progressive speed and uses both music notation and tablature (TAB). Belwin's 21st Century Guitar Theory 1 correlates...- $6.99
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Vendor:Caroline Evans
Aural Test Survival Book, Grade 6: How to Succeed in Associated Board and Other Music Exams
Author: Caroline EvansISBN-10: 1843670453ISBN-13: 9781843670452Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2022Pages: 40Format: Paperback- $7.95
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Aural Test Survival Book, Grade 5: How to Succeed in Associated Board and Other Music Exams
Author: Caroline EvansISBN-10: 1843670445ISBN-13: 9781843670445Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2022Pages: 40Format: Paperback- $7.95
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Vendor:Caroline Evans
Aural Test Survival Book, Grade 1: How to Succeed in Associated Board and Other Music Exams
Author: Caroline EvansISBN-10: 1843670402ISBN-13: 9781843670407Publisher: Alfred MusicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/01/2022Pages: 36Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.12lbsSize: 8.79h x 4.16w x 0.10d- $7.95
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Vendor:Glory St Germain
Basic Music Theory Exams Set #1 - Ultimate Music Theory Exam Series: Preparatory, Basic, Intermediate & Advanced Exams Set #1 & Set #2 - Four Exams in
The Basic Music Theory Exams Set 1 Workbook Ultimate Music Theory Exam Series is a "MUST" for successful preparation for the Basic Music Theory Exam.Preparing for nationally recognized exams including the Royal Conservatory of Music Exams, just got easier!For maximum learning, complete both Set...- $14.97
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Vendor:Andrew Kim
Basic Music Theory: A Beginner's Guide
Dive into the wonderful world of music and music theory with this fun and engaging activity-filled workbook Learn to draw clefs, identify key and time signature and read notes. This is the perfect book for beginners of all ages. With a gentle yet instructive...- $8.99
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Vendor:Stephen Graham
Becoming Noise Music: Style, Aesthetics, and History
Becoming Noise Music tells the story of noise music in its first 50 years, using a focus on the music's sound and aesthetics to do so. Part One focuses on the emergence and stabilization of noise music across the 1980s and 1990s, whilst Part...- $120.00
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Vendor:Gaye Tolan Hatfield
Berklee Ear Training Duets and Trios
(Berklee Guide). Improve your ear, sight-reading and sense of ensemble. These duets, trios and canons will help improve your sense of pitch and timing through major scales, modes and chromatic melodies. They bring to any study of ear training the added dimension of ensemble...- $19.99
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Vendor:Josef Lh騅inne
Basic Principles of Pianoforte Playing
Regarded as one of the premier virtuosos of his day, Russian pianist Josef Lh騅inne was acclaimed for his effortless technique, supreme tone, and sensitive musicianship. While Lh騅inne left only a handful of recordings, those that remain have achieved near mythical status among pianists, even...- $6.95
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Vendor:Esther Reinders
Bass Clef for Beginners: a practical guide
This book introduces the bass clef to beginners learning the piano. It is assumed that the beginner has learnt the treble (or G) clef and is now ready to progress to the bass clef. The work is a practical guide for children, young pianist...- $20.00
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Vendor:Carl W. Redfern
Behind the Fretboard: a comprehensive course in guitar theory
This book is not intended to teach "Camp Fire" guitar, however, to give you the tools to play improvisational guitar. You will learn the tools necessary to expand your musical pallet and become an asset to any musical group or ensemble. By understanding chords...- $15.95
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Vendor:Glory St Germain
Basic Rudiments Answer Book - Ultimate Music Theory: Basic Music Theory Answer Book (identical to the Basic Theory Workbook), Saves Time for Quick, Ea
The Basic Rudiments Music Theory Answer Book (Ultimate Music Theory) is easy to use and is identical to the Basic Rudiments Music Theory Workbook.Basic Music Theory Answer Book features these concepts and more!Ultimate Music Theory's time-saving accelerated learning techniques will empower you to: Build...- $34.97
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Vendor:Leonard Bernstein
Bernstein - Orchestral Anthology, Volume 2: The Masterworks Library
(Boosey & Hawkes Scores/Books). Contains: Overture to Candide * Symphonic Suite from On the Waterfront * Prelude, Fugue and Riffs * Divertimento for Orchestra.Author: Leonard BernsteinISBN-10: 0851622186ISBN-13: 9780851622187Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes IncLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/1999Pages: 216Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.60lbsSize: 11.90h x 8.90w x 0.70d- $65.00
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Aural Skills in Context: A Comprehensive Approach to Sight Singing, Ear Training, Keyboard Harmony, and Improvisation
Aural Skills in Context takes a comprehensive approach to sight singing, ear training, and rhythm practice. By featuring real examples from classical music to folk and jazz, and offering melodies with their related harmonies, the text parallels the full Music Theory curriculum and reinforces...- $182.99
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Aural Skills Acquisition: The Development of Listening, Reading, and Performing Skills in College-Level Musicians
This book is a hands-on investigation of the stages musicians go through as they learn to hear, read, and perform music. It draws on the latest research in music perception and cognition, music theory, and pedagogy, along with centuries of insight from music theorists,...- $200.00
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Vendor:Elaine Gould
Behind Bars: The Definitive Guide to Music Notation
Behind Bars is the indispensable reference book for composers, arrangers, teachers and students of composition, editors, and music processors. In the most thorough and painstakingly researched book to be published since the 1980s, specialist music editor Elaine Gould provides a comprehensive grounding in notational...- $110.00
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Vendor:Dick Weissman
Basic Chord Progressions: Handy Guide
All of today's most popular chord progressions are included in this handy-sized 4.51ok. All progressions are shown with piano and guitar diagrams as well as standard music notation. Covers chord substitutions, the blues, half-step motion, chord inversions, the circle of fifths and more.Author: Dick...- $6.50
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Vendor:Paul Schmeling
Berklee Music Theory Book 1 - 2nd Edition Book/Online Audio
(Berklee Methods). This essential method features rigorous, hands-on, "ears-on" practice exercises that help you explore the inner working of music, presenting notes, scales, and rhythms as they are heard in pop, jazz, and blues. You will learn and build upon the basic concepts of...- $29.99
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Berklee Music Theory Book 2 - 2nd Edition Book/Online Audio
(Berklee Methods). The second in a two-volume series based on over 40 years of music theory instruction at Berklee College of Music. This volume focuses on harmony, including triads, seventh chords, inversions, and voice leading for jazz, blues and popular music styles. You'll develop...- $26.99
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Vendor:Corey Klaus
Beginner's Guitar for Kids with Winden and Squiggy: Teach Yourself to Play the Guitar
This book will help you, even if you don't know anything about music, learn to play the guitar. The book is a hands-on workbook, following the story of Winden, who dreams of being a rock star, buy her first guitar. The lessons include coloring...- $19.95
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Vendor:Jonathan Feist
Berklee Contemporary Music Notation
(Berklee Guide). Learn the nuances of music notation, and create professional looking scores. This reference presents a comprehensive look at contemporary music notation. You will learn the meaning and stylistic practices for many types of notation that are currently in common use, from traditional...- $27.99
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Vendor:John C. Goodman
Bass Theory: The Electric Bass Guitar Player's Guide to Music Theory
As bass players we play accompaniment to songs and so it is essential that we understand songs, song structure, chord function, chord progressions and how chord progressions relate to melody and to basslines.Bass Theory provides an introduction to song structure as well as the...- $12.99
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Beginner's Guide to Reading Music: Easy to Use, Easy to Learn; A Simple Introduction for All Ages
The perfect companion to "Chords for Kids" and "My First Recorder Music", this is the ideal guide for those who may enjoy playing instruments, but have not yet mastered how to read music from the page. It is ideal for any age, but especially...- $15.99
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Music Instruction Study Theory Books
Music instruction study theory books are a diverse collection of resources designed to assist musicians of all levels in expanding their knowledge and skills in music theory and performance. These books cover a wide range of musical subjects, ranging from basic music theory to advanced instrumental techniques.
One of the primary purposes of music instruction study theory books is to teach musicians the fundamental principles of music theory. This includes topics such as notation, rhythm, harmony, and melody. In addition to theory, music instruction study theory books also focus on developing practical skills in various instruments and musical styles. There are books dedicated to specific instruments, such as piano, guitar, violin, and many more. These instrument-specific books provide detailed instruction on technique, fingerings, and exercises to improve proficiency and mastery of the instrument. They delve into the specific techniques, styles, and improvisation methods associated with each genre, enabling musicians to broaden their musical horizons and explore new avenues of expression. Furthermore, music instruction study theory books often include comprehensive exercises and practice materials. These exercises are designed to reinforce the concepts and techniques taught in the book, allowing musicians to develop a solid foundation and improve their musical abilities through regular practice.
Whether you are a beginner just starting your musical journey or an advanced musician looking to deepen your understanding and skills, music instruction study theory books offer a wealth of knowledge and guidance. They are ideal for self-study or can be used as supplementary materials in music lessons or classes.
Intermediate and advanced musicians can also benefit from our extensive collection. We have books that delve deeper into music theory, offering in-depth explanations of topics such as harmony, counterpoint, composition techniques, and more. These resources are designed to challenge and inspire you, helping you expand your repertoire and unlock new artistic possibilities.
At White Rain Book House, we believe that music instruction study theory books should be comprehensive and informative, but also engaging and enjoyable to read. That's why we carefully curate our collection, ensuring that each book we offer is written by knowledgeable and experienced authors who have a passion for their subject matter. We want to provide you with books that not only teach but also inspire and ignite your creativity.