Third Edition (Pocket Guide)-You walk into a local vintage guitar shop. You see what you think is the exact vintage Gibson Les Paul guitar you've been looking for the past seven years. Is it really true? Have you actually found it? How can you know for sure? You don't have your dependable Gruhn's Guide to Vintage Guitars updated and expanded edition with you because it's too big to carry around! And right when you most need it too! You don't ever have to miss an opportunity like this again because now for the first time Backbeat Books presents the unabridged Gruhn's Guide to Vintage Guitars Pocket Edition. Made in the classic model of traditional pocket field guides this book contains all the valuableup-to-date information found in the standard edition but is designed to be the ultimate user-friendly collector's companion easy to carry anywhere.Small size book that fits in your gig bag or pocket but is easy to readContains all the same information that the full size edition has including all photosLightweight paper that's durable and reproduces the book's photos well and a textured soft leatherette cover make this the perfect compliment to your full size 'home' edition

A Handbook for Creating Contemporary Commercial Music-Writers of commercial music are more in demand than ever before. The rules have changed in the past decade and the contemporary writer needs a multifaceted skillset in order to succeed in business. This book will help you masterthe three roles of the new job: writer producer and engineer. You will learn to set up a profitable business model for creating commercial music providing your clients with music that fits their needs and budget attoday's quality standards. Whether your interest is in producing music for jingles film scores videogames corporate presentations or other commercial areas this book will reveal how to set up shop find work and create musicat today's demanding professional standards!

The Man the Sound and the Gibson Guitar. Journey through the career of musical giant milestone guitarist and recording innovator Les Paul and marvel at the world of cutting-edge guitar design! This book emerged out of author Robb Lawrence's years of research interviews extensive vintage archives (including original Les Paul/Mary Ford articles press photos music and recordings) and gorgeous original photography. Learn about the Clunker the experimental Log - the first true prototype of the Gibson solid-body - and the 1951 arched maple top sharp cutaway models. It's all here: the factory pictures the designers the electronics. The stories of the variousGoldtops Seth Lover's Humbucking pickups the Custom Fretless Wonder and the heralded '50s Sunburst Standard are told by the insiders and players. Lawrence lovingly describes each model detailing its physical beauty workmanship construction and special musical qualities. You'll read Les Paul in his own words as well as Michael Bloomfield and Jeff Beck talking about their Les Paul Sunbursts. You'll listen in on the thoughts of veteran Gibson President Ted McCarty company historian Julius Bellson and electronic designer Walt Fuller. Through these insights and recollections you'll see how this popular man and his admirers have created the Les Paul Legacy.

A Complete History of Epiphone Guitars-The story of Epiphone one of the oldest and most famous guitar companies is told by former staff historian Walter Carter. It's an epic story spanning three centuries from Old World roots in the 19th century to the golden age of American makers in the 20th century and onward into the global market of the new millennium. It's the story of America's business from an individual luthier to a family business and on to corporate ownership. And it's the story of American popular music powered by Epiphone guitars from big-bodied Emperor that drove the swing bands of the 1930s to the electric hollowbodies of the 1960s used by TheBeatles and studio ace Howard Roberts to custom solidbody models for such modern rockers as Noel Gallagher (Oasis) Jeff Waters (Annihilator) and Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance). Beautifully illustrated with photos of all the important Epiphone instruments and the extraordinary musicians who played them this is a fascinating history of an iconic name in the world of the guitar.

The Official Vintage Guitar Price Guide is the world's leading reference on the values of vintage and collectible instruments. Compiled using critical research and analysis it appraises electric and acoustic Guitars Amps Basses Effects Mandolins Steels and Lap Steels Ukuleles and even Banjos! With information on more than 2 000 brands along with 1 300 photos and more than 192 000 copies sold The Guide remains the industry's hands-down leading source of pricing information.

The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Generation-The Seduction of a Rock and Roll Generation. How does a song become more than words and music to represent or influence the voice of a generation' Inside the Hits dissects more than 60 of the most powerful and memorable hit songssince the birth of rock and roll to reveal the roots of their success. Author Wayne Wadhams examines the key ingredients that made the songs work then and now including: melody lyrics performance production artist image promotion and market timing. What really stopped Mick Jagger from getting Satisfaction' How did a secretary who was mistaken for a prostitute give Donna Summer her new sound' Find all the answers in Inside the Hits. ReadingInside the Hits was like reliving some of the most memorable moments in rock and roll. A captivating read for industry professionals and fans alike. - Phil Ramone

From Flower Maiden to Marschallin (Hardback)-As Flower Maiden in Wagner's Parsifal she gave her opera debut. As Marschallin in Strauss's Rosenkavalier she made history. One of the greatest singers of the last century Elizabeth Schwarzkopf possessed not only an unmistakable timbre but also a bewitching beauty. This pictorial volume contains hundreds of costume and portrait photographs from her private estate providing a lasting reflection of her personality and elegance.

The Inside Truth and Road-Tested Wisdom from the Brightest Minds in the Music Business-This amazing compilation features 600 quotations from esteemed musicians and artists who have taken a moment to reflect on their influences heroes integrity performances and so much more.These gems of hard-won wisdomcover not only the highs of success money and fame but also frankly reveal the lows of missteps and rejection.The shared experiences of heavy-hitters such as George Martin Tom Petty Phil Ramone Brian Wilson JackJohnson k.d. lang David Foster and Carlos Santana to name just a few can function as both advice for those starting out in the industry and a behind-the-scenes peek for any music fan.This handbook also includes a visual'who's who' of the music biz with the inclusion of headshots of the artists featured.A celebration of what it means to make music this collection is a must-have for anyone who has ever hummed a tune or been inspired by aninsightful lyric.

What is it about some musicians and performers who consistently achieve success? Are they the bestperformers? Did they have the best teachers? Do they have the best professional contacts andconnections? Is it just coincidence? Of course not!Dr. Steve Zegree of Western Michigan University choral arranger and conductor of Western Michigan'sGold Company has developed this practical guide for performers students teachers and parents whichoffers fundamental philosophies and concepts that are essential to a person's growth and developmentand will contribute to a successful professional life in music. More than just the basics more than aprescribed curriculum and more thanjust getting in front of an audience to go through the motions ofwhat you did in rehearsal call it the Wow Factor there is something for everyone in this book!And as a special bonus Chapter 8 offers interviews with great performers from all facets of the music industry including: Simon Carrington Nick Lachey Ward Swingle Roger Emerson Mac Huff LizaMinnelli and many more!Topics include:Chapter 1: The Wow Factor: The FrameworkChapter 2: How to Practice and Rehearse for The Wow FactorChapter 3: How to Prepare a Wow AuditionChapter 4: Ifs Ands or Buts and Rules to Live ByChapter 5: Don't Go to Your Face: Putting the Polish on Your PerformanceChapter 6: How to Educate and EntertainChapter 7: How to Win on NBC's Clash of the ChoirsChapter 8: 'Wow' Perspectives: The InterviewsChapter 9: Coda

Toute la musique que j'aime, elle vient de là, de mon PC. Ce livre, au format poche, se propose de vous montrer comment exploiter à fond les capacités audio de votre PC. `Musique sur PC avec Windows XP pour les Nuls` est un guide d'utilisation des outils audio livrés avec ce système d'exploitation, mais aussi d'outils et d'applications gratuits ou payants que vous installerez sur votre ordinateur pour tous vos besoins musicaux. Découvrez: - Les lecteurs multimédias - Ripper des fichiers et créer des CD - Nero 6, Itunes, Musicmatch - Les sites d'achat de musique - Mixer et distribuer votre musique - Créer un véritable studio / Livre /

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